Qualifications

IT

Diploma in IT

The Diploma in IT has particular relevance to 14 -19 year olds who seek to acquire knowledge and develop skills in the broad context of the Information Technology & Telecoms sector. It is intended to help transform technology-related education for learners, accelerating the UK’s ability to compete in an increasingly demanding global environment.

The Diploma in IT sets out to provide a programme which:

  • reflects the blend of business, technical and interpersonal skills needed in modern IT and Telecoms professional roles
  • develops valued transferable skills in English and communications; Maths; and project management; as well as personal, learning and thinking skills
  • inspires learners through an exploration of the real-world integration of technology in business, supported by innovative approaches to content, delivery and assessment
  • encourages more learners into technology-related careers with exciting content that aims to be equally attractive to all learners
  • helps learners to prepare for adaptable careers and lives in the ever-changing landscape of the technology-enabled world
  • boosts learners’ employability, whether after higher education or directly from the Diploma, through the use of up-to-date, employer-relevant content.

Principal Learning structure

Level 1

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1.1 The digital world 60 Internal
1.2 Working with technology 60 Internal
1.3 Working with people 60 Internal and External
1.4 Multimedia 60 Internal

Level 2

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2.1 The potential of technology 60 External
2.2 Exploring organisations 60 Internal
2.3 Effective communication 60 Internal
2.4 Skills for innovation 60 Internal
2.5 Technology systems 60 Internal
2.6 Multimedia 60 Internal
2.7 Managing projects 60 Internal

Level 3

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3.1 The potential of technology 60 External
3.2 Understanding organisations 60 External
3.3 Professional development 90 Internal
3.4 Creating technology solutions 90 Internal
3.5 Multimedia and digital projects 90 Internal
3.6 Making projects successful 90 Internal
3.7 Managing technology systems 60 External