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Course summary
This is one of several subject combinations available in our Diploma of Higher Education in Computing & IT and a second subject (W42). With this joint diploma, you can specialise in an area of computing and IT and combine it with statistics, dividing your time equally between subjects. With competence in statistics and computing skills, you’ll be equipped to work in organisations that base decisions on statistical analysis or seek to interpret “big data”. Key features of the course
- Offers a 50:50 split between computing & IT and statistics
- Provides a choice of computing & IT topics to focus on
- Builds a solid foundation for further study
Modules
This diploma of higher education has two stages, each comprising 120 credits: In Stage 1, you’ll study two 30-credit computing & IT modules, a 30-credit statistics module and a 30-credit mathematics module. In Stage 2, you’ll study two 30-credit modules from a choice of computing & IT focus areas and two 30-credit statistics modules.
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.
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