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This is one of several subject combinations available in our Diploma of Higher Education in Computing & IT and a second subject (W42). This diploma develops your computing skills alongside core business knowledge, including strategy, decision-making, and organisational processes. You’ll explore how technology supports business operations and problem-solving, while building technical competence in programming, systems, and data management. By the end of the diploma, you’ll be prepared to take on entry-level roles in IT support, business analysis, or digital operations, or to progress to the BSc (Honours) to specialise further.
Key features of the course
Offers a 50:50 split between computing & IT and business
Provides a choice of computing & IT topics to focus on
Builds a solid foundation for further study
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