Level 5 Advanced National Diploma in Information Technology

Entry Requirements:

This is a stand-alone qualification with specific entry requirements. Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

  • Hold an LMQ Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology.
  • Possess a qualification at Level 4 or above, as listed on the UK’s National Qualifications Framework (NQF) or Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).
  • Have achieved SCQF Level 6 or 7 in Information Technology or equivalent national qualifications within the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).
  • Hold an overseas qualification deemed equivalent to a Level 4 qualification in the UK (or higher) as assessed by UK NARIC.

Progression:

Successful candidates will have extensive opportunities to progress to higher-level qualifications, including degree-level programs. Options include:

  • LMQ Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Information Technology

Since this qualification is equivalent to Level 5 (QCF/RQF), candidates are also eligible for direct entry into the 3rd Year of Bachelor’s degree programs.

Units:

Unit Number Unit Credits
L/ANDIT/5001 Cyber Security 12
L/ANDIT/5002 Database Design and Development 12
L/ANDIT/5003 Web Based Development 12
L/ANDIT/5004 Network Design 12
L/ANDIT/5005 Ethical, Legal and Regulatory Issues and Professional Responsibilities in IT 12
L/ANDIT/5006 Strategic Management Information Systems 12
L/ANDIT/5007 Innovative Technologies in Computing 12
L/ANDIT/5008 Computing Research Methods 12
L/ANDIT/5009 Managing a Computing Project 12
L/ANDIT/5010 Software Development Methodologies 12

 

Duration:

12 Months for Full-time study