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IT & Networking

Level 4 & 5

€ 2,900/level or €120/month

10 monthly payments of €200

FREE Laptop included

Overview
How it works
Entry Requirements
Modules
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Qualification
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Why choose our course?

It's accredited by Qualifi and recognised by top business organisations, ensuring a high-quality learning experience. Delivered 100% online, it allows you to study at your own pace while receiving 1-2-1 expert tutoring support to help you master essential business concepts. With flexible learning options, you can study while working full-time or managing other commitments, making it perfect for busy professionals and those balancing personal responsibilities.

Our Level 4 and 5 diploma is a fast-track pathway to the final year of an undergraduate degree. With 240 credits, you can progress to a UK university and complete your degree on campus or through distance learning. Whether you’re looking to boost your career or start fresh, this course gives you the flexibility and expertise needed to stand out in today’s competitive job market. Enrol today and take the first step toward your future success!

Ready to transform your passion for computers into a successful career? Our online Diploma in IT & Computing will equip you with the essential skills needed for industry success.

Enrol today and take charge of your future!

3-Step Process for Completing Your Course

STEP 1: Choose course & Enrol
  • Select your guided online learning course
  • Level 4 (120 credits) - Equivalent to 1st year of University
  • Level 5 (120 credits) - Equivalent to 2nd year of University
  • combined Level 4 & 5 (240 credits)
  • STEP 2: Start Study at Your Own Pace
  • each module includes 40 hours of guided learning (plus 30-50 hours of optional resources)
  • complete end of module assessments (30 multiple-choice questions each)
  • submit 8 assignments per level (2,000-3,000 words each) to demonstrate your understanding & progress
  • access to 1-2-1 tutor support, webinars, and learning forums a anytime
  • STEP 3: Earn Your Diploma & Progress
  • Upon passing Receive your accredited Qualifi Diploma of 120 Credits
  • Advance and top-up your 120 credit diploma with the final 60 credits at UK University to gain full MBA of 180 credits
  • Level 4 & 5 within 1 year of online study with Kennedy Graduate College

    Level 6 final year at a recognised UK University

    We want you to succeed!

    Contact our team who can help design a structured study plan to meet your goals

    Level 4 Diploma in Business Management - Entry Requirements

  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Require at least two A-levels or an equivalent qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3)
  • If you don’t meet these qualifications, work experience may be considered
  • Contact our team at *** for more details


  • Level 5 Diploma in IT & Networking - Entry Requirements
  • Must have completed the Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in IT & Networking
  • Level 4 Diploma in Business Management has 10 modules:

  • Computer systsms and software: This module will develop learners understanding of the integration of hardware and software components.
  • Computer programming: Learners will use different tools and techniques to design, implement and test programs, following the system life cycle.
  • Relational database systems: This unit will develop learners understanding of database systems and adata analysis and modelling.
  • Software engineering: Learners will gain an understanding of the need for software engineering and the different methods and techniques.
  • Systems analysis and design: This module provides an understanding of IS concepts and how they relate to organisation needs in respect of business processes and transformation of information.
  • E-commerce applications: This module explores the role of e-commerce in the modern world and in particular the identification of aims and objectives within a business and the design issues arising from the definition of requirements.
  • Human computer interaction: This module will develop students understanding of principles and models of human computer interaction and evaluate existing HCI design and principles and use this to help them plan their own prototype multimedia user interface.
  • IT and society: This module examines the impact of technology on society and explores trends and changes created. It will examine management issues and potential conflicts in terms of security and data management.
  • Information systems theory and practice: This module explore elements of project management key to successful development and implementation of specific IT projects.
  • Management information systems: This module focuses on understanding concepts of information systems and how they support business needs in terms of information processing and data processing.
  • Level 5 IT & Networking has 10 modules
  • Technopreneurship: The aim of this unit is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to establish a new techno business. It includes understanding the characteristics of entrepreneurs, planning marketing and finance.
  • Network Security: The aim of this unit is to provide learners with knowledge of network security issues in a networked environment and the process of preventing and detection common security incidents.
  • C.Net Programming: This unit aims to provide learners with the basic concepts and principles of ASP.NET programming using C#. This will enable learners to understand how to create dynamic web pages using server-side programming techniques.
  • System administration: The unit initially discusses the main aspects of system administration. The discussion begins with the description of the administrator role, and an analysis of the main elements of system administration.
  • Network routing and switching: The aim of this unit is to deliver the knowledge needed to carry out switching and the knowledge and skills needed to carry out routing how to set up and configure a router and switches to interconnect a multi area network.
  • Network Design and Administration: The aim of this unit is to provide the knowledge and skills needed to enable learners to design a network i.e. how to scale and connect different networks to form an effective inter-connecting network. It covers hierachical network design; gathering network requirements; Identifying network performance issues.
  • 1-2-1 Tutor Support
  • Quick turnaround for marked assignments
  • book 'pre-assignment perparation' meetings with tutors
  • approximately 2,000-3,000 words for each assignment
  • There are 2 forms of online assessment

    1. Each module has an end of module assessment
    2. Each level of study has 6 written assignments

    1. End of Module Assessments
    Each level has 10 modules. Each module has 40 hours of learning material. The student must complete an end of module assessment of 30 multiple choice questions, presented in groups of 5. There is a 60min time limit.

    Results are given a immediately. If passed a certificate of completion is provided. If you don't pass, you will be advised how to retake the module assessment. There is no deadline and you can do this at your own pace

    2. Written Assignments
    The assignment unit titles for the Level 4 course are:

    1. Information technology and IT ethics
    2. Mathematics and statistics for IT
    3. PC Maintenance and operating systems
    4. Computer graphics editing and database concepts
    5. Logical IT Networking
    6. Web Design

    The assignment unit titles for the level 5 course are:

    1. Technopreneurship
    2. Network security
    3. C# .NET programming
    4. System administration
    5. Network routing and switching
    6. Network design and administration

    Once you’ve passed your course, you’ll be awarded with a Qualifi Diploma and you’ll be able to top up your qualification to a bachelor’s degree at a range of UK universities.

    Qualifi Link: Levl 4 Diploma in Information Technology - 603/4781/8

    Qualifi Link: Level 5 Diploma in IT Network 603/4792/2

    Once you’ve completed your online Level 4 & 5 IT and Networking course you have the oppurtunity to complete a third-year top-up degree programme, known as a 'BA top up', from a wide range of UK universities.

    Students can apply to any university offering the BA top up and you cna choose to study for your degree either online or in-person on campus.

    If you decide to top up to a full undergraduate degree through an accredited UK university, the costs are as follows.

    Middlesex University

    BSc Information System (Top-up)-£6,000

    BSc (Hons) Information Technology and Business Information System (Top-up) - ON CAMPUS - £9,250

    (UK)/ £14,700 (INT/EU)

    University of Derby

    BSc (Hons) Computing and Information Technology– £5,250

    University of Huddersfield

    BSc (Hons) Information Technology (Top-up)- ON CAMPUS - £9,250

    NOTE: UK/EU students may be eligible for student loans for the top-up protion of their studies.

    Visit www.sic.co.uk for more information.

    £2,900/level or £120/month

    £3,500 for both levels or £140/month

    FREE Laptop included

    Students can make payment using one of the following methods:

  • Credit or debit card
  • Bank transfer
  • Interest-free monthly instalments
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