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Computing – (Grad.Dip.)
University of Buckingham
School of Science| Application Deadline: | There are no set deadlines, but it is recommended to send your application as early as possible prior to the start of the term | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 6,730 - ≈ € 12,700 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Buckingham / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | January, April |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Buckingham
This programme of study is intended primarily for graduates from a non-computing background to obtain fundamental knowledge and understanding of a range of core subjects in IT and computing. The overall aims are to:
* Equip graduates who want to develop their careers in their own areas of speciality with a solid understanding and awareness of IT and computing
* Convert those who want to change their careers into the IT and computing field.
Graduates who successfully complete the programmes are eligible for entry into the MSc in Innovative Computing degree programme. The Graduate Diploma programme consists of 150 units of credit. Students take 8 taught modules and a postgraduate dissertation over either 9 months or 12 months, depending on the students’ backgrounds and preferred intensity of study.
Contents
Our modules include a mixture of formal lectures, tutorial classes and practical classes. At the start of each module you will be given an up-to-date module outline and reading list. Most modules will provide two or three hours of lectures each week to introduce you to the basic concepts and techniques. These will be supported by lecture notes or handouts.
Lectures are supported by weekly tutorial classes, usually one hour in length, which are held in small groups so that all students can benefit from individual attention. You will be expected to prepare for these classes, for example by attempting a set of exercises or by reading a case study.
Many of our modules have supervised practical classes in the computer laboratories in which you can apply and practise the techniques you have learnt in the lectures. These practical sessions are usually two or three hours long.
You will also be expected to study on your own, using the library for reading research and the computer laboratories to improve your practical skills.
Course material is increasingly being made available on the University’s own Virtual Learning Environment. This allows students to download lecture notes, submit assignments and share resources in an electronic forum both within the University’s computer network and remotely.
Study options
Students may take the diploma over 9 (April start) or 12 (January start) months, and must complete 150 units within that time, including successful completion of their postgraduate research project (dissertation).
After your degree
The increasing specialisation which is frequently required in the employment market is no longer provided by just an undergraduate degree. A postgraduate degree provides these advanced skills and, in today’s competitive employment market, is becoming increasingly important in order to stand out from the crowd.
Any successful career choice in the market place will be dependent on a number of factors. Your academic qualification, while important, may not be the deciding factor. Your attitude, skills and experience matter too. Whatever your motivation in taking a postgraduate course, you should think about the transferable skills an employer is seeking, and taking advantage of every opportunity for self-development to improve your chances of success in your future career. The Careers Service has the resources to help you with this process.
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Requirements
All applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
* First or Second class honours in a non-computing degree
* Knowledge of English Language
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.0 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 570 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 233 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 90 |
Accreditation
* ACCA
* CIMA
* Chartered Insurance Institute
* British Psychological Society
* Solicitors Regulation Authority
* Bar Council
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