Diploma in Computing MQF LEVEL
5
STMARTINS.EDU/COMPUTING
TOTAL CREDITS: 60ECTS
DURATION: Full time 1 Year (9 Months)
it’s all about the bits Progression* BSc (Hons) Computing
Part time 2 Years (18 Months)
This Diploma aims to provide learners with knowledge of the principles of computing and will improve their problem solving skills in addition to programming and mathematical skills. As a graduate of this diploma, the learner will be able to: — understand the principles of computing; — analyse problems and devise a solution; — interpret software design; — implement a standard solution through programming. Code
Study Unit
ECTS
SMc10306
Introduction to Java Programming
7
SMc10307
Intermediate Java Programming
7
SMc10314
Introduction to Information Security
2
SMc10315
Introduction to Front-End Web Development
4
SMc10333
Introduction to Algebra and Matrices
4
SMc10334
Introduction to Graphs
2
SMc10335
Introduction to Calculus
4
SMc10337
Principles of Computing Architecture
4
SMc10339
Implementing and Querying Databases
3
SMc10340
Core Database Principles
3
* Successful graduates may progress to Level 2 of the University of London BSc (Hons) Computing with Machine Learning & AI or Computer Science, and also are awarded with a BSc (Hons) degree by Saint Martin’s Institute of Higher Education. The Faculty of ICT at the University of Malta accept the Diploma in Computing in addition to a pass in Maltese at SEC (ordinary level), as satisfying the entry requirements for the BSc (Hons) (Computing Science), BSc (Hons) IT (Software Development), BSc (Hons) IT (Artificial Intelligence), BSc (Hons) IT (Computing and Business).
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