Program Overview

IT and Networking

Overview

The IT and Networking course offered by Online Business School is designed to equip students with the skills needed to succeed in the IT industry. The course is completed online and can be started at any time, with a flexible study pace and no deadlines or timeframes.

How it works

Students on this course can complete a Level 4 (120 credits), Level 5 (120 credits), or a combined Level 4 & 5 (240 credits) Qualifi diploma. The course consists of online modules and written assignments, with 1-2-1 tutor support and webinars available.

Course modules

Level 4 Module Listing

• Computer systems and software
• Computer programming
• Relational database systems
• Software engineering
• Systems analysis and design
• E-commerce applications
• Human computer interaction
• IT and society
• Information systems theory and practice
• Management information systems

Level 5 Module Listing

• Technopreneurship
• Network Security
• C#.NET programming
• System administration
• Network routing and switching
• Network Design and Administration

Entry requirements

To enrol on the Level 4 IT and Computing course, students must be at least 18 years old and have a full secondary education. For the Level 5 IT & Networking course, students must have completed the Level 4 Qualifi diploma in IT and Computing.

Cost & payments

• Level 4: £2,900 (enrol with a £20 deposit and then £120 a month for 24 months, interest-free)
• Level 5: £2,900 (enrol with a £20 deposit and then £120 a month for 24 months, interest-free)
• Level 4 & 5: £3,500 (enrol with a £20 deposit and then £145 a month for 24 months, interest-free)

Career progression

A Level 4/5 Diploma in IT and Networking from Online Business School opens up a wide range of career opportunities in the digital and technology sectors. Graduates can progress to roles such as Network Administrator, IT Support Technician, Systems Analyst, Data Analyst, Technical Support Specialist, and Cloud Support Associate.

University options

Once students have completed their online Level 4 & 5 IT and Networking course, they have the opportunity to complete a third-year top-up degree programme at a range of UK universities.

Sample Certificate

• Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology: Qualification Number: 603/4781/8
• Level 5 Diploma in IT and Networking: Qualification Number: 603/4792/2