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Qualification details

EDEXCEL Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Information Technology

Qualification summary

The Diploma in IT sets out to provide a programme which:
a) reflects the blend of business, technical and interpersonal skills needed in modern IT and Telecoms professional roles.
b) develops valued transferable skills in English and communications; Maths; project management; and Personal, Learning and Thinking.
c) inspires learners through an exploration of the real-world integration of technology in business, supported by innovative approaches to content, delivery and assessment.
d) encourages more learners into technology-related careers with exciting content that is equally attractive to all learners.
e) helps learners to prepare for adaptable careers and lives in the ever-changing landscape of the technology-enabled world.
f) boosts learners’ employability, whether after higher education or directly from the Diploma, through the use of up to date, employer-relevant content.

Qualification details

500/2801/7
3
DIP - Diploma
Information Technology
Accreditation start date:
01/09/2007
Operational start date in centres:
01/09/2008
Accreditation end date:
31/08/2013
Certification end date:
31/08/2014
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The Advanced Diploma in Information Technology enables learners to progress to employment within the information technology sector and related industries. The qualification will also provide opportunities for progression to a range of further and higher education courses, and Apprenticeships.
No specific job occupation
  • 06 Information and Communication Technology
    • 06.1  ICT Practitioners
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