Computer Studies, Diploma

Accredited Programme

Aim of the Programme

The Programme aims to produce high quality professionals with strong technical qualifications for successful employment in the Computing Industry. It provides Students with the fundamental theoretical and technical/practical skills to help them obtain professional positions in the field. Among others, Students will obtain specialized knowledge and qualifications on the architecture and function of computers, as well as building and troubleshooting computer networks in home and small businesses.

Furthermore, they will gain knowledge on issues related to operating systems, database management systems and programming. Students will be able to obtain 5 professional qualifications: 2 from CISCO Networking Academy and 3 from Microsoft Technology Association.

 Intended learning outcomes

• Troubleshooting computer and network devices.
• Operating Linux and Windows OS.
• Making use of programming languages (C++, C#, Java)
• Managing and programming of any Switch and Router device.

 Language of instruction: English. 

Evidence of knowledge of English

Candidates whose native language is not English will be required to produce evidence of proficiency in written and spoken English, such as the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT) with a score of 46-59, the IELTS with a minimum score of 5.5,  the GCE O.L or I.G.C.S.E in English language with a passing grade of at least “C”, or any other equivalent internationally recognized examination. 

Foundation Year

In case evidence of any of the aforementioned qualifications is not provided, the candidate will be expected to pass the College’s English Language Test, (CELT).  The College is using the internationally recognized Oxford placement test. If candidates do not succeed in this test they will be classified according to their score in one of the levels of Intensive English Courses, as indicated below, and they will be automatically registered in the Foundation Programme. This can only occur if Students satisfy all other admission requirements.

Foundation Programme:
Level 1 
Level 2
Level 3