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Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology
This programme equips students with advanced knowledge of Information Systems and Software Development skills. Students are expected to take seven modules. Successful completion of these courses make students eligible for an award of Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology. After successful completion of this award students are eligible to apply for a Masters programme (MSc). Specifically, this programme aims to:

enable students to study advanced IT topics in depth;
help students to benefit from high quality research-led teaching;
enable students to apply their skills and knowledge in project work;
enable students to add a UK Masters degree to their existing qualifications;
prepare students for careers in the IT industry.

Programme Outline (Core Units)
  1. Systems Analysis & Design
  2. Web Technology
  3. Project Management
  4. Computer Networks
  5. Human Computer Interface
  6. Strategic Information System
  7. Database Management Systems
Entry Requirements:

A good first degree in Computing (or subjects such as maths, physics, engineering, IS etc) which includes some software development; or substantial commercial/industrial experience including software development using modern programming languages and design.

Applicants not satisfying above entry requirements are considered on academic merit and work experience.

English Competency: IELTS 6.0 or a recognized equivalent.

Assessment:

Assignments: 30% Examination: 70%.

Commencement:

September, January and April

Assessment/ Examination:

Assessments for this programme are varied depending on the requirements of the modules. These can take the form of written assignments, management reports, presentations and examinations.