Level 4 - IT and Networking

Computer Systems 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 data 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 organizational 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, particularly 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 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 explores 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.

Students have access to multiple support systems throughout their learning journey. All of these are accessible through the student dashboard. Students will have access to the following:

Blogs: We periodically create blogs relevant to our students and courses.

Webinars: Students have access to live webinars, covering lessons within the modules, as well as a bank of previously recorded lessons.

E-books: We provide students with an extensive library of online e-books covering a range of subjects.

Interactive Forums: Students are able to connect with their peers in order to ask questions or share resources they may find useful.

Tutors: A team of dedicated tutors are available for personal online tutoring sessions.

External Resources: A bank of links to relevant external resources is available and updated regularly.

Online Tests: Multiple choice tests are provided within the online modules to help students assess their own learning.

Student Advisors: Advisors are available via telephone, email or the online chat option. They are available to answer queries relating to learning or any technical difficulties that students may encounter.

Upon completing the Level 4 Diploma in IT and Networking, students will have a solid grounding in IT and networking, preparing them for entry-level positions in the industry in key areas of computer science and e-commerce, preparing students for a variety of roles in the digital economy.
Additionally, the diploma provides a pathway to further academic study, with the opportunity to transfer 120 credits towards the second year of a UK university degree in IT, E-Commerce, or a related field. This qualification lays the foundation for a successful career in the dynamic and ever-evolving world of IT, E-Commerce and Computing.

Once you’ve completed your online Level 4 & 5 IT and Networking course, you have the opportunity to complete a third-year top-up degree programme, known as a ‘BA top-up’, from a wide range of UK universities. Students can also pursue a career in IT, computing, and e-commerce within the public or private sectors.

Students can apply to any university offering the BA top-up and you can choose to study for your degree either online or in-person on campus. Listed below are some of our partner universities you will be eligible to apply to:

Middlesex University
BSc Information Systems (Top-up)
BSc (Hons) Information Technology and Business Information Systems (Top-up)

University of Derby
BSc (Hons) Computing and Information Technology

University of Huddersfield
BSc (Hons) Information Technology (Top-up)