Overview Equivalent to the final year of a UK Bachelor’s degree, this qualification provides learners with the knowledge and skills to further their career across a range of organisations. It develops confident, independent IT thinkers equipped to operate at junior and middle management levels and aspire to higher management, focusing on advanced computer networks, data analytics, database management, management information systems and computing law.

Total Course Duration

• 12 Months (Full Time)
• Hours: 480 Guided Learning Hours
• Total Qualification Time: 1200 hours

Module Structure

Assessment All units are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM. Assessment is via assignment submission only. No exams.

Requirements/Instructions

• Learners must attend all scheduled sessions or engage fully with online learning materials
• All assignments must be submitted by the deadlines provided
• Learners must have access to a computer or device with internet connection
• Academic integrity must be maintained at all times
• Learners must engage with the recommended reading and resources provided

Progression and Career Outcomes Progression to postgraduate IT programmes or Master’s degrees at UK universities including Northumbria, Arden, Coventry, Sunderland and Staffordshire. Career opportunities include IT director, senior data analyst, network architect, database manager, chief technology officer and IT governance specialist.