Diploma of Higher Education in Computing and its Practice
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Diploma
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Made up of
- 240 credits
Description
If you are currently studying towards this diploma (E41) please note that it is only available until 31 December 2014. In order to claim this qualification, you must have completed the required 240 credits by this time. If you have any questions about your eligibility for this qualification please contact the Credit, Qualifications and Ceremonies Centre on +44(0) 1908 653003 or by email.
This diploma is being replaced by our new Diploma of Higher Education in Computing and IT Practice (E67).
If you’re a new student looking to embark on a diploma in ICT, we strongly advise you to study the new diploma (E67).
How to register
Registration is not yet open for this qualification. For an autumn 2012 start, registration opens on 27 March 2012. If you would like to register your interest, you can order our free guide to studying in 2012.
Career relevance and employability
You will already be working with computers, either in paid work or as a volunteer. You may spend most of your time undertaking tasks such as installing standard ’office’ software or working on a help desk - but you want the opportunity to develop your skills further.
Perhaps you started work straight from school, or maybe you are returning to work after a career break, or just want a change of direction. Maybe you need a relevant qualification to make progress in your job, but can’t afford to stop working.
If so, the Diploma of Higher Education in Computing and its Practice could be ideal for you. It allows you to study while you work, with up to half of the credit you need coming from work-based learning and by recognition of vocational qualifications from organisations like Microsoft – indeed, you may already have some of these qualifications. Studying with the support of an appropriately-qualified person at your place of work, you can gain the skills that will put you well on the way to a successful career in the computing industry.
There is more information about how OU study can improve your employability in the OU’s Employability Statement from our Careers Advisory Service. You can also read or download our publication OU study and your career and look at our subject pages to find out about career opportunities.
Learning outcomes
The learning outcomes of this qualification are described in four areas:
- Knowledge and understanding
- Cognitive skills
- Practical and professional skills
- Key skills
Read more detailed information about the learning outcomes, and how they are acquired through teaching, learning and assessment methods.
Credit for previous study elsewhere
If you have already completed some successful study at higher education level at another institution we may be able to give you credit that you can count towards this Open University qualification. Further details will be available when registration opens for this qualification.
On completion
On successful completion of the required modules you will be awarded a Diploma of Higher Education in Computing and its Practice and will be entitled to use the letters Dip HE (Open) after your name.
Fees 2012
See fees and funding options for study from September 2012.
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An undergraduate qualification.
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