Level 4 Diploma in IT – Networking

The rationale for the qualification is that it provides a career path for learners who wish to develop a broad base of knowledge and skills that will enable them to work in a variety of roles in the information technology (IT) industry, notably in programming, website design or PC maintenance. The technical skills and knowledge delivered through the successful achievement of the qualification are required and recognised internationally.

The diploma is accredited at Level 4 and has a total equivalence of 120 credits.

OfQual Qualification Number: 603/4782/X

What is Ofqual?

The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (OfQual) regulates qualifications, examinations and assessments in England.

OfQual has set a range of rules for regulated qualifications, as well as guidance which supports those rules. The body also has set out separate rules for national assessments.

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• Your qualification is recognised and accepted world over.
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Equivalences

This qualifications at Level 4 represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competences that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Higher National Certificates (HNC) and Year 1 of a three-year UK Bachelor's degreeprogramme.

Qualification structure

The Level 4 Diploma in IT – Networking consists of 4 core units and 2 Elective Unitsfor a combined total of 120 credits.

Core Units

• Information Technology and IT Ethics
• Mathematics and Statistics for IT
• PC Maintenance and Operating Systems
• Computer Graphics Editing and Database Concepts

Elective Units

• Logical IT Networking
• Physical IT Networking

Learning Outcomes

1. To understand and apply the principles of IT in a range of business environments
2. To understand and apply the principles in a specific environment
3. To improve the employability of learners by allowing them to explore the relationship
   between management theories and their practical application in the IT world
4. Analyse problem solving techniques specific to business and industry
5. Select, collate, review and analyse information form a wide range of sources
6. Effectively use verbal and communication skills
7. Work independently and as part of a team
8. Manage one’s own personal development and growth

Comparing Qualification:

Qualifications are different in different countries. However there are some clear stages people move through in education that are common to most countries.

The list below gives an indication of how you can compare qualifications across
national boundaries:

• Equivalent to Year 1 of a three year UK Bachelor's degree
• Higher National Certificate (HNC)

Programme is offered in 2 duration modes :

• Accelerated mode (6 months @ £1299)
• Standard mode (9 months @ £999)

Payment Plans for Accelerated mode - 6 Months (GBP £1299)

• Payment option (a): GBP £433 x 3 monthly instalments
• Payment option (b): GBP £1234 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

Payment Plans for Standard mode - 9 Months (GBP £999)

• Payment option (c): GBP £199 x 5 monthly instalments
• Payment option (d): GBP £499 x 2 quarterly instalments
• Payment option (e): GBP £949 x 1 instalment

(We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

Learner must fulfil at least one of the following criteria to be allowed entry to the qualification:

Academic Qualification

• Possession of Level 3 diploma or GCE/GCSE or any equivalent overseas qualification

Or

In case of no formal education, learners can gain entry on the basis of workexperience.

• Learners having 1 work experience or more are eligible in case of no formal educational qualification.