Computer Architecture / Systems

Course summary

This course is for you if you are planning to study for a career in IT or Computing. It will develop your core knowledge, skills and understanding of many different aspects of IT and computing, and is designed to meet employer requirements in contemporary IT-related industries and careers. Units studied on the Foundation Diploma in Year 1 are: Unit 1: Information Technology Systems (Externally assessed via exam) Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information (Externally assessed via exam) Unit 3: Using Social Media in Business (Internally assessed) Unit 4: Programming (Internally Assessed) Additionally, you will complete TWO further internally assessed units (TBC). If you complete the Pearson L3 Extended Certificate in IT in Year 1, in Year 2 you may progress to complete the Pearson L3 Diploma in IT, requiring you to complete a further 4 units. If you complete the Pearson L3 Foundation Diploma in IT in Year 1, in Year 2 you may progress to complete the Pearson L3 Extended Diploma in IT, requiring you to complete a further 7 units. Following the completion of the Year 2 course, you may choose to continue your education at HE level, or pursue employment in a range of IT industries.