IT and Web Design Level 4 – Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology

Course Code

OBS051

Do you see yourself making a career in the IT industry? This IT and Web Design Level 4 course could be perfect for you.

This course is worth up to 120 credits.
The level 4 course is equivalent to the first year of a degree course.

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This IT and Web Design Level 4 course is ideal for individuals who have completed high school education (GCSEs or equivalent) and are considering working towards university.

During the Level 4 course, you will explore the purpose of computer systems, web architecture, and components, the implications of mobile communications technology, and much more.

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.

What next?

The level 4 course is equivalent to the first year of a degree course, so upon successfully completing this course, you can move on to the level 5 course before topping up your qualifications with a full undergraduate degree through an accredited UK university. We recommend making sure your chosen university accepts these qualifications.

Course Duration

Up to five years.

Study Hours

Each module contains 40 guided learning hours of study and an additional 30-50 hours of optional study material.

Course Outcome

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology (603/4781/8).

Entry Requirements

You must be at least 18 years of age to enrol onto this course and need to have completed secondary education.

Assessment

Six written assignments at level 4.

This unit provides an understanding of IS concepts and how they relate organisation needs in respect of business processes and transformation of information.

You will explore 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.

This unit 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.

This unit focuses on understanding concepts of information systems and how they support business needs in terms of information processing and data processing.

You will gain the knowledge and skills needed to design a network, i.e. how to scale and connect different networks to form an effective inter-connecting network.
The unit covers hierarchal network design; gathering network requirements; identifying network performance issues.

Course duration

Once enrolled, you have five years to complete your studies.

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.

Assessment

This qualification is assessed internally through tutor-marked assignments at the end of each unit.

Course outcome

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology (603/4781/8).

Awarding body

Qualifi are recognised as an awarding organisation by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). Their qualifications meet the demands of employers and learners both vocationally and academically. Qualifi allow learners to achieve degrees and masters degrees through their progression routes with universities.

Meanwhile, Online Business School offer learning pathways for you with a fast track through to a UK university qualification, either on campus or online learning.

They work with Ofqual-recognised awarding organisations for the verification of our programmes. These standards ensure that people who study an Online Business School course receive a high-level quality education alongside a certificate that is recognised universally by universities and employers.

It's not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Student Support Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.