Higher Diploma Level

Higher Diploma leads to IMIS Associate Grade. Higher diploma is suitable for candidates who want comprehensive knowledge of the entire field of operations, programming, systems analysis and design, and computer management. A Higher Diploma award equates to the Higher National Certificate / diploma (HNC/HND) and prepares you to work at the equivalent level of analyst/team leader.

Modules

• Management Information System
• Information System Strategy
• Contemporary Information System Development
• Database Development
• Project Management
• Business Information System Project

Entry Requirements

• Successful completion of the Diploma level examinations.
• BTEC National Certificate/Diploma in Computing.
• BTEC National Certificate/Diploma in a related subject with a significant computing element.
• GCSE (or equivalent) with passes in 5 subjects including Mathematics and English. ‘A’ Level in a computing subject and one other ‘A’ Level.
• Two passes at ‘A’ level may be considered in place of one ‘A’ level pass.
• Other appropriate educational qualifications deemed equivalent to the IMIS Diploma level examinations.
• Candidates who are 21 years of age or over and have four years’ of appropriate work experience relevant to computing or a related field may also be considered.

Teaching and Assessment

The course is structured as a series of lectures, seminars, tutorials and periodic exams. Each student is guided and encouraged to develop skills as an independent learner, supported by a variety of facilities including a well-stocked library and broadband access. Group work is a key aspect of teaching and learning in the college.