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Computing & IT and Statistics (W42-CITS)

Course details
  • 1 Study option
  • Undergraduate
Course location
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). This diploma equips you with computing and statistical skills, including data analysis, probability, and modelling. You’ll build a foundation in programming and digital technologies while learning to interpret and work with data. On completion, you'll be ready for entry-level roles in data support, analytics, or technology, or you can progress to the BSc (Honours) to further develop advanced skills in computing and statistics.

Key features of the course

  • Offers a 50:50 split between computing & IT and statistics

  • Provides a choice of computing & IT topics to focus on

  • Builds a solid foundation for further study

Modules

Course Modules

This diploma of higher education has two stages, each comprising 120 credits:

Stage 1: You’ll study two 30-credit fundamental computing & IT modules, one 30-credit statistics module introducing statistical tools and quantitative methods, and one 30-credit mathematics module teaching the essential ideas and techniques that underpin university-level mathematics study.

Stage 2: You’ll choose one of four computing and IT focus areas from communications and networking, computer science, software development and web development, and study two 30-credit statistics modules that introduce modern applied statistics and explore fundamental statistical techniques.

Entry requirements

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Fees for the 2027/2028 academic year are not yet available.

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