Extended Diploma in Computing Technologies
Level 7 – Graduate
- Level 7
- Graduate Programmes
About The Course
Level 7 Extended Diploma in Computing Technologies is a 120-credit qualification regulated by Ofqual. It is designed to impart essential knowledge, understanding, and skills to support learners intending to advance their studies and careers in the field of computing technologies.
This qualification has been developed through collaboration with subject experts, colleges, higher education institutions, and businesses to ensure its alignment with their needs.
Various pathways within the program allow learners to pursue a more general (non-specified) curriculum or specialize in specific fields of study, all of which carry the same credit value.
Delivery Mode This qualification can be delivered through classroom instruction, distance learning, or a blended approach.
Course Options
Extended Diploma in Computing Technologies
Level 7- Access to full curriculum of Level 7
- Access to Assignments
- Access to Examination
- Diploma
- An opportunity to win a £1500 scholarship for everyone who applies
Awarding Body
Examples of University Top-up
- Southampton Solent University
- University of Derby
- University of Lincoln
- University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Course Curriculum
Unit Name | Unit Aims | Credits | Mandatory |
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Managing Innovation and Change in Computing | Provides knowledge for managing innovation and change in computing environments. Focuses on the importance of understanding and applying change processes. | 20 | Yes |
Systems Development and User Experience (UX) | Offers knowledge of system development using life cycle models. Focuses on establishing user and technical requirements. | 20 | Yes |
Implementing and Managing Cyber Security | Provides knowledge of securing computing systems and implementing cyber security in an enterprise environment. Focuses on core security principles. | 20 | Yes |
Business Intelligence Systems | Develops understanding of business intelligence systems and their benefits for organizational strategic planning. | 20 | Yes |
Independent Project | Offers the opportunity for an independent project, showcasing skills and understanding of technologies. | 20 | Yes |
Agile Transformation | Provides knowledge and uses of agile development in business environments. Explores agile development processes and skills for workplace implementation. | 10 | Optional |
Enterprise Resource Planning Systems | Offers knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems, including benefits and implementation considerations. | 10 | Optional |
Mobile Application Development | Aims to provide advanced understanding of processes involved in developing and launching a mobile application. | 10 | Optional |
Data Analytics and Big Data | Focuses on the importance and uses of big data, including considerations for storing and analyzing large datasets. | 10 | Optional |
Networking and Infrastructure Development | Provides knowledge of networks in computing environments and designing scalable infrastructure. | 10 | Optional |
Internet of Things (IoT) | Aims to provide core knowledge of IoT technologies and explores their use in increasing productivity. | 10 | Optional |
Artificial Intelligence | Offers an introduction to features of artificial intelligence, including intelligent machines and problem-solving. | 10 | Optional |
Computer-based Research Methods | Provides understanding of different computer-based research methods. Involves planning and carrying out a research project. | 10 | Optional |
Contact us
England : 12 Damson Walk, Nottingham, LG3 6NT
Canada : 7030 Woodbine Avenue Markham, ON, Canada L3R 6G2
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