Diploma in Information Technology
Diploma in Information Technology
Awarding Body
London International College
Duration
Three Terms (one academic year)
Entry Requirements
A High School Diploma or the equivalent is desirable, as well as competency in English and Mathematics. For students lacking these or whose qualification may have been gained some time ago, preparatory courses can be arranged.
Programme Content:*
Introduction to Computer Applications
Writing and Composition I
Business Maths
COBOL
Internet Essentials
Visual Basic
Database Applications
Programming with C++
Operating Systems
Computer Architecture
Assessment:
The Diploma in Information Technology is assessed by a final examination in each subject, in addition to coursework requirements.
Fees:
£3,000
Diploma
London International College Diploma courses are generally of one year's duration. Entry to the Diploma is successful completion of a High School qualification. A grounding in English and Mathematics is desirable, but for students who lack these or whose qualifications may have been gained some time ago, preparatory courses can be arranged.
Successful completion of the Diploma in Information Technology can lead to the Higher Diploma in Information Technology. Alternatively the Diploma is complete in itself. Assessment of the Diploma and Higher Diploma is by examination, continuous assessment and coursework.
Students can choose to enter the Diploma or Higher Diploma at any of the three intakes offered during the calendar year.
Award
Students successfully completing the course will receive the London International College Diploma or Higher Diploma in Information Technology. The Diploma and Higher Diploma in IT are recognised by London Metropolitan University for progression onto the LMU degree programme. Students who successfully complete the Higher Diploma may apply to LMU for direct entry onto Year Three of the BSc Business Information Technology.
