Diploma in Computing with Information Systems MQF LEVEL
5
TOTAL CREDITS: 60ECTS
STMARTINS.EDU/COMPUTING
DURATION: Full time 1 Year (9 Months)
embrace i.t. today for your tomorrow Progression* BSc (Hons) Computing with Information Systems
Part time 2 Years (18 Months)
This Diploma aims to provide learners with the knowledge of the principles of computing particularly in their application in the field of Information Systems and improve their problem solving skills together with programming and mathematical skills. As a graduate of this diploma, the learner will be able to: — analyse problems and devise a solution; — interpret software design and implement solutions through programming; — recognise fundamental concepts and evaluate approaches that may be taken when planning information systems. Code
Study Unit
ECTS
SMc10306
Introduction to 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
SMc10341
Foundations of Information Systems
7
SMc10342
Implementing Information Systems
7
* Successful graduates may progress to Level 2 of the University of London BSc (Hons) Computing, 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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