Advanced Diploma in IT
Vocational qualification
In Weston Super Mare
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Weston super mare
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Duration
2 Years
This course is designed to further develop you academic, practical and research skills and knowledge in the technological environment. This is a broad based course that allows you to investigate the impact and use of technology in a range of industries and commercial settings. The topics you will study include: Managing and creating technology systems. Digital projects and multimedia
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About this course
You will need at least 5 GCSEs in the A*-C range, including English and Maths. Alternatively you will need an appropriate Level 2 qualification accompanied by GCSEs in Maths and English grades A*-C or equivalent (e.g. Functional Skills Level 2 in Communication and Application of Number).
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Course programme
Advanced Diploma in IT
Advanced Diploma
Venue
Knightstone Campus
This course is designed to further develop you academic, practical and research skills and knowledge in the technological environment. This is a broad based course that allows you to investigate the impact and use of technology in a range of industries and commercial settings.
The topics you will study include:
· Managing and creating technology systems
· Digital projects and multimedia
· Investigation of technology in organisations
· Professional development for the technology industry
· Project management.
The course will also help develop your analytical, problem-solving and interpersonal skills and develop a thorough awareness of the use of technology in business and commercial settings. You will
research, design, develop and implement systems to solve real life business problems for actual businesses.
During the course you will have the opportunity to achieve additional
qualifications in English and Maths as well as specialist qualifications linked to the technological sector.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed continuously during the course through a range of assignments, work related research and investigations. You will be
involved in designing and developing technology systems to solve real life business problems as part of project work with actual businesses.
AT A GLANCE
Duration
2 Years
Level
Level 3
Progression
On successful completion you may:
Progress to a university level course in the field of technology. This could include the Foundation Degree in Computing which is run at Weston College in partnership with the University of Bath or another related degree course.
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Enter employment in a technological field or related area, including IT, engineering, multimedia, business solutions, systems analysis or web development.
Achieving this course will give you the equivalent of 3.5 A Levels and provides entry to study at degree level.
Advanced Diploma in IT