Higher Diploma in Computing

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 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

How you’ll be assessed

This is a part-time programme and will typically take 39 months to complete. The method of assessment is assignment-based.  

The course comprises:  

• 6 lectures per module (twice a week); 
• 3-hour lectures (evening); 
• 12 hours of guided learning, presentations, comprising synchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos;
• Self-study hours comprising research, reading and assignment work.

Assessment

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.