Computing and IT and a second subject The Open University UK

Overview

Within this Computing and IT and a second subject DipHE diploma from The Open University UK you’ll combine this with a second subject, choosing from business, design, mathematics, psychology or statistics – your choice of second subject will be included in the name of your diploma, for example, Diploma of Higher Education in Computing & IT and Business.

Key facts

• Tailor a study programme to meet your particular needs and interests

• Combine subjects to bring particular skills to the jobs market

• Builds a solid foundation for further study

Career opportunities:

This qualification will equip you with a sound grasp of the principles of technologies in your specialist area, an ability to apply the principles, and an awareness of surrounding issues. Depending on your choice of second subject – business, design, mathematics, applied psychology or statistics – you’ll have a unique and focused skills set that will enhance your existing career and put you in a strong position in the jobs market, which increasingly depends on computing technologies across all sectors.

During the course you will gain a range of valuable transferable skills in communication, time management, analysis and problem solving, and be well prepared for further study should you decide to top up to an honours degree.