Information Technology
Higher Certificate in Information & Communication Technology
Building the Champions of Tomorrow with 21st Century Tech Skills
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NQF Level:
5
Credits:
120
Minimum Duration:
1 Year
Faculty:
Information, Communication & Future Technologies
Department:
Information & Communication Technology
Accreditation Authority:
Council on Higher Education
Unlock Your Future with Cutting-Edge ICT Skills!
Step confidently into the digital world with the Higher Certificate in Information & Communication Technology at AIFT, a gateway to exciting, tech-driven careers. Whether your dream is to be a junior developer, network technician, or data analyst, this one-year qualification is your perfect launchpad into a high-demand industry.
Why Choose This Qualification?
Dive into hands-on projects that mirror real-world industry scenarios. From coding to database design, you'll gain in-demand skills. Choose electives in AI, big data, cybersecurity, or advanced programming to match your career goals. Learn the latest technologies shaping the Fourth and Fifth Industrial Revolutions. Seamlessly progress to diplomas or degrees in ICT, Computer Science, or related fields.
Admission Requirements.
To join this programme, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- National Senior Certificate (NSC): Endorsed for Higher Certificate, Diploma, or Degree studies.
- National Certificate Vocational (NCV): NQF Level 4.
- Mature Age Exemption: For students aged 23+ as per Higher Education regulations.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): Available to recognize your previous learning.
- National Senior Certificate (NSC): Endorsed for Higher Certificate, Diploma, or Degree studies.
- National Certificate Vocational (NCV): NQF Level 4.
- Mature Age Exemption: For students aged 23+ as per Higher Education regulations.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): Available to recognize your previous learning.
Qualification Structure.
Semester 1:
- Information Systems 511
- Programming Fundamentals 500
- Business Communication 500
- Data Management and Database Systems 500
Semester 2:
- Information Systems 512
- Work Integrated Learning (Capstone Project) 500
Electives (Choose any two):
- Cyber Security Essentials 500
- Network Security Essentials 500
- Data Analysis Techniques 500
- Big Data Technologies 500
- Applications Development 500
- Advanced Software Development Techniques 500
- Web Development and Frameworks 500
- Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals 500
- Information Systems 511
- Programming Fundamentals 500
- Business Communication 500
- Data Management and Database Systems 500
Semester 2:
- Information Systems 512
- Work Integrated Learning (Capstone Project) 500
Electives (Choose any two):
- Cyber Security Essentials 500
- Network Security Essentials 500
- Data Analysis Techniques 500
- Big Data Technologies 500
- Applications Development 500
- Advanced Software Development Techniques 500
- Web Development and Frameworks 500
- Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals 500
Learning Outcomes.
Graduates will:
- Master foundational ICT skills.
- Plan, design, and implement software applications.
- Utilize tools for effective data management and analytics.
- Adapt to emerging technologies like AI and IoT.
- Manage ICT projects with professionalism.
- Apply ethical practices in ICT solutions.
- Master foundational ICT skills.
- Plan, design, and implement software applications.
- Utilize tools for effective data management and analytics.
- Adapt to emerging technologies like AI and IoT.
- Manage ICT projects with professionalism.
- Apply ethical practices in ICT solutions.
International Comparability.
The Higher Certificate in Information & Communication Technology compares favorably with:
- University of Lagos, Nigeria: Diploma in Information Technology.
- University of Manchester, UK: Foundation Certificate in IT.
- University of Lagos, Nigeria: Diploma in Information Technology.
- University of Manchester, UK: Foundation Certificate in IT.
Qualification Modes of Delivery and Support.
Study your way through:
- Contact Learning: Engage with expert lecturers in a classroom setting.
- Blended Learning: Enjoy a mix of online and face-to-face sessions.
- Distance Learning: Study anytime, anywhere with robust online support.
- Contact Learning: Engage with expert lecturers in a classroom setting.
- Blended Learning: Enjoy a mix of online and face-to-face sessions.
- Distance Learning: Study anytime, anywhere with robust online support.
Career Opportunities.
Unlock roles like:
- Junior Developer
- Cybersecurity Analyst (Entry Level)
- Data Analyst (Entry Level)
- Network Technician
- Web Developer
- Junior Developer
- Cybersecurity Analyst (Entry Level)
- Data Analyst (Entry Level)
- Network Technician
- Web Developer
Articulation Options.
The HC in ICT opens doors to advanced studies and career growth. Progress to:
- Diplomas: Information Technology, Computer Science, or Emerging Technologies (NQF 6).
- Degrees: Bachelor of Science in ICT, Future Technologies, or AI (NQF 7).
- Diplomas: Information Technology, Computer Science, or Emerging Technologies (NQF 6).
- Degrees: Bachelor of Science in ICT, Future Technologies, or AI (NQF 7).
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