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The Courses:
There are three levels of examination covering a wide range of IT topics acknowledging practical experience and academic ability:
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Courses:
At their highest level (PGD), the qualification is equivalent to the
academic level of a UK university honours degree and all three levels of
BCS Professional Examinations are accredited by the QCA (Qualifications
and Curriculum Authority).
For all three levels there are no formal academic entry requirements.
However, before beginning any level of Professional Examinations, BCS
recommends that you are typically educated to UK GCSE/A-Level standard
and are at least 18 years old.
You are able to begin the examinations at any of the three levels. However, the level at which you begin will only be awarded provided that you have passed or been exempt from the preceding level.
Examinations are held twice a year in October and April.
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Certificate in IT
Introduction:
This is the foundation level of Higher Education Qualifications.
Qualification Level:
This level is the academic equivalent to Year 1 of a UK university
honours degree and is recognised by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) as Level 4.
Course Module:
The Certificate in IT focuses on the following core modules:
- Information Systems
- Software Development
- Computer & Network Technology
Syllabus:
More information about these modules is available on the Syllabus page.
Study and Exam Details:
BCS recommends a minimum of 200 hours study per module and the course culminates in a 2 hour written exam focusing on all three core modules.
Entry Requirements:
- Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years old
- A level qualifications or 12 Years of schooling and general IT knowledge or Equivalent
Upon Successful Completion:
Completion of the Certificate in IT level means you are eligible to apply for BCS Associate Membership(AMBCS).
Sessions:
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Fees:
For fees please visit our fees page
Useful Links:
BCS Diploma in IT
BCS Professional Diploma in IT
About BCS
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BCS Diploma in IT
(Computer Networks and IT Management)
Qualification Level:
This level is the academic equivalent to Year 2 of a UK university
honours degree and is recognised by the
QCA (Qualifications
and Curriculum Authority) as Level 5.
Course Module:
By beginning the Diploma in IT level course BCS assumes knowledge of the
Certificate in IT level modules (or exemption) and focuses on the following:
- Professional Issues in Information Systems Practice
- Computer Networks
- IT Project Management
- Principles of Internet Technologies
Syllabus:
More information about these modules is available on the Syllabus page.
Study and Exam Details:
BCS recommends a minimum of 225 hours study per module. The course culminates in a 2 hour written exam.
Entry Requirements:
- Certificate in IT (BCS) or equivalent or NQF or QCA Level 4
- Applicants must be a minimum of 19 years old
Professional Project:
In order to finish the Diploma in IT level candidates must complete a project with a recommended minimum study time of 200 hours.
Exemption and required qualifications:
By beginning the Diploma in IT level course BCS assumes knowledge of the Certificate in IT level modules (or equivalent) for exemption.
Upon Successful Completion:
Successful completion of the project and examination enables you to apply for selected degree courses with universities and means you are eligible to apply for BCS Membership (MBCS) if you have 2 years' experience as an IT professional.
Sessions:
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July |
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Fees:
For fees please visit our fees page
Useful Links:
BCS Certificate in IT
BCS Professional Diploma in IT
About BCS
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BSC Professional Graduate Diploma in IT
(Computer Networks and Web Engineering)
Qualification Level:
This level is the academic equivalent to Year 3 of a UK university
honours degree. It is recognised by the QCA (Qualifications
and Curriculum Authority) as Level 6.
Course Module:
- Management Information Systems
- Distributed and Parallel Systems
- Network Information Systems
- Web Engineering
Syllabus:
More information about these modules is available on the Syllabus page.
Study and Exam Details:
BCS recommends a minimum of 250 hours study per module and the course culminates in a 3 hour written exam. Please be aware that practical experience is required to answer some parts of the exam.
Professional Project:
In order to finish the Professional Graduate Diploma in IT level candidates must complete a project, which will be the academic equivalent of a UK university honours degree project and has a recommended minimum study time of 300 hours.
Upon Successful Completion:
Successful completion of the project and examination enables you to apply for selected postgraduate courses at many UK universities and means you are eligible to apply for BCS professional membership (MBCS).
Entry Requirements:
- Diploma in IT (BCS) or equivalent or NQF or QCA Level 5
- Applicants must be a minimum of 19 years old
Exemption and required qualifications:
By beginning the Professional Graduate Diploma in IT level course BCS assumes knowledge
of the Certificate in IT and appropriate Diploma in IT level modules (or exemption)
Sessions:
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July |
Nov |
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Fees:
For fees please visit our fees page
Useful Links:
BCS Certificate in IT
BCS Diploma in IT
About BCS
Exemption Requirement:
The URL for Exemption of APL List is
http://www.bcs.org/upload/pdf/apllist1.pdf
Individual Exemptions
http://www.bcs.org/server.php?show=ConWebDoc.12050
Individual Exemption Form URL:
http://www.bcs.org/upload/pdf/exemption.pdf
Guidance for Individual Exemption:
http://www.bcs.org/server.php?show=ConWebDoc.12052
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