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Course summary
This diploma of higher education is about acquiring skills and learning to use them at work. If you want to gain confidence using and managing IT, grasp new opportunities or develop software solutions, there’s a route for you. This qualification provides a broad-based foundation in computing and IT. It includes a work-based element and builds on your existing skills. The modern world depends on computers and IT systems to function. Gain the skills to work with computing and IT systems and you’ll open up a huge variety of careers and other opportunities. Key features of the course Includes work-based learning and is developed in partnership with employers Develop the computing and IT skills you already have Choose options that meet your particular needs and interests Build a solid foundation for further study – e.g. our Top-up BSc (Hons) Computing and IT Practice (Q68)
Modules
This diploma of higher education has two stages, each comprising 120 credits: In Stage 1, you’ll study three 30-credit modules and choose one 30-credit module. In Stage 2, you’ll study three 30-credit modules from a choice of focus areas and choose a 30-credit module.
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
There are no qualification requirements for this course.
To successfully complete the two compulsory work-based modules for this qualification, whatever your chosen career, you must: be engaged in full-time or part-time employment – either paid or voluntary have permission to carry out work-based learning tasks in your work setting confirm that the work you submit is based on your practice in that setting.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £14544 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £13968 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £4752 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £4636 | Whole course |
| Wales | £5248 | Whole course |
| EU | £14944 | Whole course |
| International | £14944 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £14944 | Whole course |
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
Fee information is valid for modules starting before 31 July 2025. Fees typically increase annually.
Provider information
Open University
Student Recruitment Team
PO Box 197
Milton Keynes
MK7 6BJ