Course summary
This is an exciting programme, developed with employers and accredited by the British Computing Society (BCS). While studying this course, you will have BCS student membership and on achievement of the qualification you will gain BCS Associate Membership. You will be taught the course in a modular / block delivery mode so that you can immerse yourself in two areas of learning every 7 weeks, gaining knowledge and practical skills at an advanced pace. The Level 4 units lay the foundation of learning by providing a broad introduction to digital technologies and to a range of digital technology specialist functions. This develops and strengthens core digital technology skills, while preparing you for academic progression onto Level 5. During Level 5 you will specialise in cyber security. You will develop and apply your own ideas to your studies, dealing with uncertainty and complexity, explore solutions, demonstrate critical evaluation and use both theory and practice in a wide range of digital technology situations. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to gain industry experience through a placement which forms part of your studies. This experience will allow you to work in a technical environment and build on your network of industry contacts. This qualification is recognised by University Centre Peterborough as meeting admission requirements to our relevant Computer Science degree pathway onto Level 6, which will allow you to continue your studies with us and complete a full degree.
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Modules
YEAR 1 (LEVEL 4) Professional Practice in the Digital Economy (15 credits) Innovation & Digital Transformation (15 credits) Cyber Security (15 credits) Programming (15 credits) Big Data & Visualisation (15 credits) Networking in the Cloud (15 credits) Security (15 credits) Networking (15 credits) YEAR 2 (LEVEL 5) Business Intelligence (15 credits) Internet of Things (15 credits) Emerging Technologies (15 credits) Work-based Learning in the Digital Economy (15 credits) Applied Security in the Cloud (15 credits) Applied Cryptography in the Cloud (15 credits) Information Security Management in the Cloud (15 credits) Digital Sustainability (15 credits)
Assessment method
Assessment will include any of the following; • written assignments • practical labs • seminars • poster presentations • reports • portfolios • case studies • presentations • formal examination
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Unfortunately, UCP are currently not able to recruit International Students. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | 5.5 in each element |
Applicants whose first language is not English are required to demonstrate proficiency in English language through successful completion of one of the following: - GCSE English Language grade C/4 or equivalent - Degree and Foundation Degrees- UKVI IELTS 6/6.5 (overall band score) with nothing lower than 5.5 in any of the four elements (listening, speaking, reading and writing) dependent on course. - Higher National Awards- UKVI IELTS 5.5 (overall band score) with 5.5 for reading and writing elements
https://www.ucp.ac.uk/how-to-apply/
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
EU | £3750 | Year 1 |
England | £3750 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £3750 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £3750 | Year 1 |
Wales | £3750 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £3750 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £3750 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
University Centre Peterborough
University Centre Peterborough
Park Crescent
Peterborough
PE1 4DZ