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AIMS
The aim of the Diploma in Information
Technology (DIT) is to provide students with the basic
knowledge in IT studies and also to equip students
with the necessary foundation for undergraduate studies
in IT and other related areas. This Diploma aims to
help students meet career opportunities in the computing
and information processing industry.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The Diploma consists of 6 modules:
- Computer Systems Essentials
- Database Systems
- Business Communication
- Programming with Java
- Internet and Multimedia
- Introduction to Information Technology
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| Semester |
Full Time |
Part Time |
Semester 1
|
Computer Systems
Essentials
Database Systems
Business Communication |
Computer Systems
Essentials
Database Systems |
Semester 2
|
Programming with
Java
Internet and Multimedia
Introduction to Information Technology |
Introduction
to Information Technology
Programming with Java
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Semester 3
|
- |
Internet Multimedia
Business Communications |
This is only an indication of
how the schedules are planned, actual schedules will
vary.
CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL EXAMINATIONS(CIE)
DURATION & DELIVERY
Full Time : 6 to 9 Months
(2 terms)
Part Time : 9 to 12 Months
(3 terms)
The Diploma is modular and delivered
on a semester basis. Students take 2 or 3 modules
per semester, with each semester covering a period
of 10 weeks. Classes are delivered on a lecture/tutorial
basis
Full-time students will have a
15 class contact hours per week (7.5 lectures and
7.5 tutorials/seminars or lab).
Part-time students will have between
6 to 9 hours per week. Students attending evening
classes will have 2 evenings a week of lectures, with
a bi-weekly tutorial/seminar or lab session scheduled
on another evening.
Intakes
The Diploma has intakes in:
- January
- April
- July
- October
ASSESSMENT
| Module |
Coursework |
Examination |
Computer Systems
Essentials |
Yes |
No |
| Database Systems |
Yes |
No |
| Business Communication
|
Yes |
No |
| Programming
with Java |
Yes |
No |
| Internet and
Multimedia |
Yes |
No |
| Introduction
to IT |
Yes |
No |
Each module is assessed by coursework
only.
The Diploma may be awarded at
PASS, CREDIT, DISTINCTION and HIGH DISTINCTION levels
according to the following criteria, based upon the
overall average for all Modules at the appropriate
level.
Pass |
40% |
59% |
| Credit |
60% |
69% |
| Distinction |
70% |
79% |
| High Distinction
|
80% |
100% |
Students must pass all modules
at the first attempt to be eligible for DISTINCTION
and HIGH DISTINCTION awards.
Entry Requirements
At least 16 years
of age (based on date of birth) at the point of course
registration and must have one of the following:
3 GCE 'O' Level passes or its equivalent.
NITEC.
Mature applicants aged 21 years by
the date of examination with related working experience
are also eligible to apply.
Students must pass the Psychometric
test administered by TMC if they do not have the required
academic qualification or relevant working experience.
Course Fees
All fees stated are in Singapore dollars. GST is included.
University Registration and Examination Fees are not
included.
PROGRESSION
Upon successful completion of
the Diploma students can choose to enter the TMC-CIE
Higher Diploma in Information Technology; which leads
to the following degrees:
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