BRITISH COMPUTER SOCIETY OVERVIEW
The BCS is the Chartered body for IT in the UK, setup by Royal Decree.
The BRITISH COMPUTER SOCIETY courses are set at 3 levels: CERTIFICATE, DIPLOMA and GRADUATE DIPLOMA, which are assessed and equivalent to UK Diploma Level 4, Level 5 and Level 6 respectively.
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CERTIFICATE LEVEL IN IT - LEVEL 4
The Certificate in IT is for students looking to build a solid foundation for a career in IT and computing.
Requirements:
- You need to be a BCS member to sit the exams
- You must be aged 16 years old and over
While not a requirement, it is recommended that those studying HEQ are working at International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Level 5.5 or above.
COURSE MODULES
You have to complete 3 modules:
DIPLOMA LEVEL IN IT - LEVEL 5
The Diploma in IT is for students who understand the fundamental principles in IT and are ready to start developing specialist skills.
Requirements:
- You need to have passed, or been made exempt from, the BCS Certificate in IT
- You must be a BCS member to sit the exam
- You must be aged 16 years old and over
While not a requirement, it is recommended that those studying HEQ are working at International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Level 5.5 or above.
COURSE MODULES
Your must complete 4 modules (core + 3)
GRADUATE LEVEL IN IT - LEVEL 6
The Professional Graduate Diploma in IT is for students who are dedicated to working in the IT industry and are looking to gain depth of knowledge and expertise.
Entry Requirements:
- You need to have passed, or been made exempt from, the BCS Certificate in IT and the BCS Diploma in IT
- You must be a BCS member to sit the exam
- You must be aged 16 years old and over
While not a requirement, it is recommended that those studying HEQ are working at International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Level 5.5 or above
COURSE MODULES
Students have to complete 4 modules from
PROFESSIONAL PROJECT: At Graduate Level, students must complete a Professional Project
COURSE ORGANISATION & TIMING
Our unique methodology includes in-class lectures, practical sessions, online coaching, e-learning website with past-papers and state of the art testing tools ensure that students get the best preparation for the examinations, which are set and marked by the BCS two times per year – March and September. Locally, the exams are organized under the supervision of the MES.
Pre-requisite: IT literate and experience (You can also follow a FOUNDATION COURSE first), exemption can be obtained if you hold equivalent qualifications
Duration: Normal : 3 years, experienced candidates can choose an accelerated route
- Saturdays - Sundays - Days of the week
- Course Materials and Online Content Provided
- Practical Sessions
- Career Development
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