
Open University in Ireland
Computing
Subjects taught
You’ll choose one of four routes:
Broad route
Information Security and Forensics
Software Engineering
To gain this qualification, you need 120 credits
For module details please see "Course Web Page".
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Although this qualification has no entry requirements, we recommend you have
a UK honours degree (or equivalent) in a computing discipline or relevant industry experience
minimum IELTS (International English Language Testing System) scores of
Reading: 5.5
Writing: 5.5
Speaking: 5.5
Listening: 5.5
Overall: 6.0.
Duration
2 years part-time study
How long it takes
Most students study the Postgraduate Diploma in Computing part-time, completing 60 credits a year over two years. Typically, this means 12–13 study hours each week.
You must complete the Postgraduate Diploma in Computing within four years.*
*You must complete the MSc in Computing (Networking) within four years or by 31 December 2028, whichever is sooner.
Enrolment dates
See Course Web Page link for next start date.
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Career relevance
The modules in the postgraduate computing programme are for professional computer specialists, engineers, technical managers and scientists who need to update their skills and knowledge in specific areas, and gain recognised qualifications to develop their careers.
The modules have been developed to combine theoretical and practical aspects of computing, to enable you to become an effective professional in the computing industry. In addition they encourage you, through the provision of appropriate educational activities, to develop study and transferable skills applicable to your employment and your continuing professional development.
More details
Qualification letters
PG Dip
Qualifications
Postgraduate Diploma at UK Level 7
Attendance type
Part time
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