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Computing & IT and Design (W42-CITD)
- 1 Study option
- Undergraduate
- Distance Learning
- Awarded by:
- The Open University
Course summary
This is one of several subject combinations available in our Diploma of Higher Education in Computing & IT and a second subject (W42). With this diploma, you can specialise in an area of computing and IT and combine it with design, dividing your time equally between subjects. You’ll be ready to contribute to the design of the digital electronic devices of the future.
Key features of the course
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Offers a 50:50 split between computing & IT and design
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Provides a choice of computing & IT topics to focus on
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Builds a solid foundation for further study
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Distance Learning
Study options
- DipHE • Distance learning • 2 to 4 years
Start dates
Application codes
- Institution code:
- O11
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How to apply
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Application codes
- Institution code:
- O11
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Course optionsEntry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
Historical entry grades data
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Course optionsFees and funding
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Course optionsCourse contact details
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Phone:0300 303 5303
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