Computing and IT (T12)

Open University
Undergraduate CertHE Distance learning 1-2 Years Computer science

About this course

This certificate will help you to understand some of the fundamental principles, concepts and techniques underlying computing and IT while integrating mathematical ideas into your everyday thinking. Technology dominates the way we live, work, socialise and play – and computing and IT skills are increasingly essential in today's workplace. This certificate will give you a starting point for a wide variety of IT-related careers.

Key features of the course

  • An ideal starting point for a career in information technology, computing, communication technology and related fields

  • Introduces the fast-changing world of computing and IT, and develops your mathematics skills

  • Sample tasters in computing and IT, networking, Linux and robotics

  • Builds a solid foundation for further study
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
    2139 Information technology professionals
    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
    2141 Web design professionals
    3132 IT user support technicians

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Certificate of Higher Education - CertHE
    Study Mode
    Distance learning
    Duration
    1-2 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Milton Keynes
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Computer science