Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Computing
Undergraduate Higher Diploma
Computing
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Course Description
The Bachelor of Science in Computing is a practical qualification that will prepare you for a successful career in IT and computing.
The programme will cover areas such as mathematics, programming, data analytics, software development, data structures, computer systems, website design and development, and database design and implementation, amongst many other topics.
In your second year of study, you will have the opportunity to tailor the programme to reflect your particular interests or career aspirations by specialising in one of three areas: digital marketing, blockchain or intelligent systems.
Entry Requirements
Candidates who apply for this course must be in possession of the following:
- a qualification at MQF Level 4 in subjects related to Mathematics, Science or Computing (minimum two ‘A’ Levels or equivalent);
AND
- a pass in English at MQF Level 3 (‘O’ Level or equivalent).
Preference is given to students having a Level 4 diploma in engineering or computing and an A–level standard in mathematics.
Target Audience
This course is targeted at:
- Individuals seeking academic and professional advancement in computing.
- Mid-career break professionals looking for opportunities to return or change their career.
Career Paths
The possible positions for which this programme aims to prepare you for include, but are not limited to:
- Data Base Administrator
- IT Technical Support Officer
- Applications Programmer
- Systems Programmer
- Systems Analyst
- Programmer
Modules
You are required to complete all 15 compulsory modules and 1 area of specialisation (120ECTS) to fulfil the requirements of this Higher Diploma
If you stop here, you will get:
Undergraduate Certificate in Computing
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If you stop here, you will get:
Undergraduate Diploma in Computing
Don’t stop now! Go for that Diploma / Higher Diploma Programme 🚀
Specialisation in Digital Marketing Major
Specialisation in Blockchain Major
Specialisation in Intelligent Systems
🏁 Amazing! You’ve just achieved your Undergraduate Higher Diploma.
Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Computing
Why stop here? Carry on your education with a B.Sc. in Computing🚀
How you’ll be assessed
The course comprises:
- Evening classes for part-time courses.
- Classes held throughout the day for full-time courses.
- Guided learning, presentations, comprising synchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.
- Self-study hours comprising research, reading and assignment work.
Assessment
Assessment is carried out via two mandatory components:
- Assessment 1
- Assessment 2
The programme includes different forms of assessment which allow for and promote students’ critical engagement. The formative and summative assessment tasks may include an in-class assignment and/or a home-based written assignment using diverse assessment tools which may take the form of online and in-class discussions, examinations, case studies, reports, proposals, essays, and presentations, etc., as applicable to the diverse modules.
Course Intake Dates
TBA 2025
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be eligible for a 70% refund of the cost through the ‘Get Qualified’ scheme.**
Due to the modular structure of the course, you may also opt to take individual modules as stand-alone. The entry requirements still apply.***
*Prices are applicable to students who reside in Malta at the time of applying.
Learning Outcomes
For Communication Skills:
The learner will be able to:
- Convey ideas, in a well-structured and coherent way to peers, supervisors and clients.
- Formulate practical and theoretical responses to abstract and concrete problems and makes judgements related to computing.
- Develop presentation skills to share the groupwork experience.
For Learning Skills:
The learner will be able to:
- Evaluate own learning and identify learning needs necessary to undertake further learning.
- Engage with fellow students in peer learning process to share own learning and development and assess and comment on progress of others in context of material being taught.
- Develop advanced knowledge and understanding to systematically and creatively upgrade computing related practices.
- Assess the social, legal, ethical, and cultural issues inherent in the discipline of computing.
- Develop a systematic approach towards organizing and managing group activities to ensure accomplishment of the group objectives.
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