Study Information

How you’ll study

This course is studied 100% online.

Course Duration

Study this course over minimum 16 weeks.

Start dates

Start any day of the week. Onboarding happens within an hour.

Ofqual Approved

Approved by Ofqual in the UK and Globally recognised.

Comprehensive study material

Learning material includes recorded lectures, presentations, ebooks specific for each unit, case studies, articles, handouts, assignment brief.

Assessment

There are no exams. Assessment via assignments on which feedback is given.

Overview

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 4, the Diploma qualification provides essential Level 5 learning in the main, underpinning Computing management areas: IT project management, professional development and business communication, new technologies and information systems. For learners seeking to develop their occupational skills in Computing, this
provides the initial step for learners to then progress to specific technical pathway developments in data technology (Data Technologist), software engineering (Software Engineer) and NetDevOps (NetDevOps Engineer) or to construct their own qualification outcome based upon academic/professional requirements.

Modules

Unit 1 Computing Projects for Digital Transformation
Unit 2 Professional Development and Business Communication
Unit 3 Innovative Technologies and Connected Devices
Unit 4 Information Systems

Data Technologist Pathway
Unit 5 Advanced Database Practice
Unit 6 Programming for Data Engineering
Unit 7 Implementing Data Flows and Data Warehouses
Unit 8 Data Analytics and Machine Learning
Unit 17 Advanced Project

Software Engineer Pathway
Unit 9 Advanced Programming
Unit 10 Client and Server Technologies
Unit 11 Virtualisation and Cloud Computing
Unit 12 Cloud Native Solutions
Unit 13 Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking
Unit 17 Advanced Project

NetDevOps Engineer Pathway
Unit 13 Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking
Unit 14 Digital Forensics
Unit 15 Network Developer and IT Operations (NetDevOps)
Unit 16 Network and Cloud Design and Configuration
Unit 17 Advanced Project

Entry Requirements

Candidates must hold/meet one or more of the criteria on the list below:
• This course is designed for learners aged 19 and above.
• Mature students with a minimum of two years of relevant work experience may be considered.
• A certificate/ diploma in management studies or business management
• An equivalent professional qualification from a recognised institution
• The provider will determine English Language ability if English is not your native language.
• IELTS 5.5 or equivalent qualification is preferred but not essential.

Progressions

Successful completion of ATHE Level 5 Diploma in Computing provides learners the opportunity for a wide range of academic progressions including ATHE Level 7 Extended Diploma in Computing Technology or progress to jobs in the IT like App developer, website programmer, IT analyst amongst others.

As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are eligible to gain direct entry into Year 3 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree programme.

Certification

The Diploma is issued by the ATHE – Awarding Organisation. Come To UK Academy is an approved Learning Centre for ATHE qualifications.

Key Facts

Awarding Body: ATHE
Course Duration: 32-36 weeks
Method of study: Full or Part Time / Blended/ Distance Learning
Qualification Level: 5

ATHE Level 5 Extended Diploma in Computing