Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology

Modules

Unit 1: Innovative Technologies in Computing

This module looks at innovative trends and disruptive advances taking place and examines the new generation of skills and knowledge that will be required to work successfully in the sector.

Unit 2: Computing Research Methods

This module will explore the knowledge and skills required to undertake research in this field and the qualitative and quantitative approaches required including the use of literature and the design of research proposals.

Unit 3: Software Development Methodologies

This module looks at the role of systems engineering in the development of software and various models of data, software and processes using modelling approaches.

Unit 4: Managing a Computing Project

Learners will find out about different project management tools and techniques that can be used when managing a computing project.

Unit 5: Strategic Management Information Systems

This module is concerned with developing an understanding of the strategic role of MIS within the organisation and how it impacts on the broader objectives and strategy of the business.

Unit 6: Ethical, Legal and Professional Issues in IT

This module explores current issues in the IT sector and how these may impact on areas of security, confidentiality, privacy and the law.

Unit 7: Network Design

This module explores the principles of networks and network design and implementation and support of network systems.

Unit 8: Web-Based Development

This module will explore the design, deployment and management of virtualization and explore its commercial and potential impact.

Unit 9: Cyber Security

This module will enable an understanding of the importance of digital security to business, to understand industry standards of digital security and be able to recommend improvements in security.

Unit 10: Database Design and Development

Learners will extend their understanding of database design and development. They will research database management systems and will design and implement a complex database

Entry Requirements

If you want to enrol straight on to the Level 5 Diploma, you must have a Level 4 or equivalent qualification.

Minimum Age Restrictions

You must be 18 years or older to enrol on this course.

Average Completion Timeframe

You will have access to the course for 24 months, but as it can be completed at your pace, you can finish it as soon as you’re ready.

Assessment Requirements

The course does not involve any exams, instead, you will complete 6 written assignments at each level that are approximately 2,000-3,000 words each.

Course Fees

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.

*You will have access to the course for 24 months.

Assessment

The online Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology does not include any exams. Instead, you will complete 6 written assignments that are between 2,000-3,000 words each.

The assignment unit titles for the Level 5 Diploma are:

1. Technopreneurship
2. Network security
3. C#.NET programming
4. System Administration
5. Network routing and switching
6. Web design

Qualifications

Qualifi

Upon successful completion of this online course, you will have achieved a globally recognised Qualifi qualification:

• Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology – Qualification Number: 603/4791/0

Qualifi is a leading 21st-century Awarding Organisation founded to meet the developing education and training needs of learners and employers from the UK and around the globe. They identified a growing demand for consistent and credible academic qualifications and awards as the economy became more competitive and global in nature – especially in many fast-paced industry sectors.

Qualifi works with a growing number of sector skills councils, professional associations and employers to identify mission-critical learning requirements and assess outcomes of programmes to achieve consistent and recognised professional and academic standards.

Once you have successfully achieved this online Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology, you can progress on to the third year of degree-level study of IT and Computing at an array of UK universities.

These include:

Middlesex University

BSc Information Systems (Top-up)

BSc (Hons) Information Technology and Business Information Systems (Top-up) (on campus)

University of Gloucestershire

BSc (Hons) Computing

University of Derby

BSc (Hons) Computing and Information Technology

Southampton Solent University

BSc (Hons) Information Technology for Business

University of Huddersfield

BSc (Hons) Information Technology (Top-up) (on campus)

After finishing a degree programme at an accredited UK university, you will be qualified to pursue a career in IT within the public or private sector.