IT and Computing Level 5

This level 5 course is ideal for:

• Increasing your knowledge of IT software and computing systems.
• Learners that want to go onto university and further learning.
• Those aspiring to work in or progress their career in IT and computing

This course allows you to fast track your skills to the final year of university standard whilst studying from home at your own pace.

This course provides you with the equivalent skills and education of the first two years of an undergraduate degree, at a pace that suits you. Join over 100,000 other students who chose to improve their education and boost their employability through distance learning.

Assessment

This course is assessed through online assessments and written assignments. Once you have completed each module, you will be provided with an online assessment of 30 multiple-choice questions to complete.

Once each module and online assessment is completed you will be provided with the details for each written assessment. Each assessment is between 3000 – 5000 words long.

Course Duration

You will have access to your course and materials for up to five years. This is more than enough time to give you the flexibility to work at your own pace without the pressure of deadlines.
Each module contains 40 guided learning hours of study material, and an additional 30-50 hours of optional materials are also provided. These include resources such as exercises, additional reading, internet resources and self-testing exercises.

Study Method

You will study this course via distance learning which means you are in control of your learning. Study when and where you choose and at a pace that suits you.
Throughout the duration of your studies, you will have access to one-to-one Skype sessions with your tutor, interactive and informative webinars and an online social learning forum to help you along your journey.

Course Outcome

This course is taught via Online Business School.

Upon completion of this course, students will receive an ATHE Level 5 Diploma in IT and Computing. This qualification is fully regulated by Ofqual (qualification number: 601/4880/9).

The level 5 modules and assessments are equivalent to the second year of an undergraduate degree. On completion of this course, students will be able to progress onto the final year of an accredited undergraduate degree programme or equivalent.

This course will allow you to achieve up to 120 credits.