Certificate/Diploma in Computing

Certificate/Diploma in Computing
Course Duration: 2 years Part-time. A further 2 Years Part-time to gain the Diploma in Computing

Start Date: Because the modules run for 15 weeks, some start at the end of September and some at the end of January
In association with Leeds Metropolitan University

What is the course about?
This programme enables anyone to develop their ICT/Computing knowledge or skills by completing individual subject modules. You can study as many modules as you like, but if the Certificate is what you want to achieve then you must complete at least four modules. If you wanted to go on and achieve the Diploma, then you have to complete eight modules. Individual module content varies from Web Site Development to Network Systems; from Database Design and Implementation to PC Hardware and Operating Systems.

Course Structure
The Programme is delivered at Selby College in partnership with Leeds Metropolitan University (Leeds Met) and can result in the award of the Certificate in Computing Studies. Students may also wish to continue with their studies to complete the Diploma in Computing or the Foundation Degree (see pages 14-17 of this course guide). To complete the Certificate, four modules are required. For the Diploma, eight modules must be completed - four of them must be from Level 2*.
Modules are usually delivered over a 15 week semester, in one three-hour session per week. Most of the sessions are in the evening.
*The modules have levels assigned to them. Level 1 is
a first year Degree, Level 2 is the second year.

Entry Requirements
Learning methods
The modules comprise a variety of learning methods and may include any of the following:

• Lecture


• Workshop


• Independent study


• Group work


• Assessment

Assessment depends on the module and may include:

• Practical course work


• Examination


• Log Book


• Reports

Progression
On completion of the four modules, the student could go on to complete a further four modules for the Diploma. Most of the modules are from the Foundation Degree (FdSc), so the student could move on this Programme - see FdSc section on pages 14-17.

FACT:
Even though the number of graduates has risen significantly over the past 20 years, the gap between graduate and average earnings hasn't narrowed, if anything it's increased.
(Source - Department for Employment and Learning, 2007)

Contact Details
Chris Munnings