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ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Computing
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Price
£1,500 inc VAT
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Study method
Online + live classes
Course format
Video with subtitles and transcript
Duration
20 weeks · Part-time
Qualification
Level 4 Diploma in Computing
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  • ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Computing - Free
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  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
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Overview

The ATHE Level 4 Extended Diploma in Computing is a 120-credit Ofqual regulated qualification. This qualifications have been developed to conform to the requirements of the Ofqual Regulated qualifications Framework (RQF), to meet the requirements of higher education and employers and to meet the needs of learners.

Learners looking to achieve a Level 4 qualification should be advised of all the opportunities available at this level (eg Higher Apprenticeships, Higher Technical Qualifications, Undergraduate Degree programmes) and the possible funding (ie loan opportunities) available for these.

The aim of these qualifications is to develop knowledge, skill and understanding in a number of current and key areas of Computing. Building on core learning developed at Level 3, the Diploma qualification provides essential Level 4 learning in the main Computing subject areas: systems analysis, programming, databases, networks and security, and legislation & regulation.

For learners seeking to develop their occupational skills in Computing, this provides the initial step for learners to then progress to specific pathway developments in either data analysis, software development and cyber security or to construct their own qualification outcome based upon academic/professional requirements.

Qualification

Level 4 Diploma in Computing

Regulated by Ofqual
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Certificates

ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Computing

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The certificate will be sent once you have completed all the units and met all the assessment of the course.

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Description

Modules

Below are the list of units that learners will have to complete in order to achieve the level 4 qualification in Computing.

  • 4.44 Management Information Systems
  • 4.45 IT and Society
  • 4.46 Computer Systems and Software
  • 4.47 Computer Programming
  • 4.48 Relational Database Systems
  • 4.49 Software Engineering
  • 4.50 Systems Analysis and Design
  • 4.51 E-commerce Applications
  • 4.52 Human Computer Interaction
  • 4.53 Information Systems Theory and Practice

Requirements

Entry Requirements
For learners who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:

• a GCE Advanced level profile with achievement in 2 or more subjects supported by 5 or more GCSEs at grades 4/C and above
• other related level 3 subjects such as ATHE level 3 Diplomas
• an Access to Higher Education Certificate delivered by an approved further education institute and validated by an Access Validating Agency
• other equivalent international qualifications
• UK Versity will assess the level of English language proficiency if it is not your native language.

Career path

Progressions
Learners who complete this qualification can progress to the ATHE Level 5 Diploma in Computing which provides entry to the third year of a Bachelor’s Degree at a university such as one of our university partners, Southampton Solent University.

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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