What will you achieve?
- You would acquire cloud computing skills, knowledge and the understanding necessary to be job ready in the cloud computing field.
- You get education and training for a range of careers in cloud computing, with specific emphasis on roles in cloud support, cyber security and software development.
- You get opportunities to enter or progress in employment in cloud computing roles or to progress to higher education qualifications such as an Honours degree in cloud computing or a related area.
- You gain insights and understanding into international cloud computing operations and the opportunities and challenges presented by a globalised marketplace.
Curriculum
Total Credits: 120
Specialisation Pathway Units
Unit 2: Networking in the Cloud
Unit 3: Security in the Cloud
Unit 4: Programming
Unit 5: Database Design and Development in the Cloud
Unit 6: Deploying and Operating in the Cloud (Pearson Set)
Unit 7: Website Design & Development in the Cloud
Unit 8: Strategic Information Systems
Total Credits: 240
Specialisation Pathway Units
Cloud Support
Unit 2: Networking in the Cloud
Unit 3: Security in the Cloud
Unit 4: Programming
Unit 5: Database Design and Development in the Cloud
Unit 6: Deploying and Operating in the Cloud (Pearson Set)
Unit 7: Website Design & Development in the Cloud
Unit 8: Strategic Information Systems
Unit 10: Cloud Architecture Design
Unit 11: Operating Systems in the Cloud
Unit 12: Cloud Systems Integration
Unit 13: Information Security Management in the Cloud
Unit 14: Applied Security in the Cloud
Unit 15: Application Development, Testing & Debugging
Cloud Cyber Security
Unit 2: Networking in the Cloud
Unit 3: Security in the Cloud
Unit 4: Programming
Unit 5: Database Design and Development in the Cloud
Unit 6: Deploying and Operating in the Cloud (Pearson Set)
Unit 7: Website Design & Development in the Cloud
Unit 8: Strategic Information Systems
Unit 10: Cloud Architecture Design
Unit 11: Information Security Management in the Cloud
Unit 12: Applied Security in the Cloud
Unit 13: Applied Cryptography in the Cloud
Unit 14: Operating Systems in the Cloud
Unit 15: Application Development, Testing & Debugging
Cloud Software Development
Unit 2: Networking in the Cloud
Unit 3: Security in the Cloud
Unit 4: Programming
Unit 5: Database Design and Development in the Cloud
Unit 6: Deploying and Operating in the Cloud (Pearson Set)
Unit 7: Website Design & Development in the Cloud
Unit 8: Strategic Information Systems
Unit 10: Cloud Architecture Design
Unit 11: Software Development Methodologies for the Cloud
Unit 12: Application Development, Testing & Debugging
Unit 13: Application Programming and Design Principles
Unit 14: Operating Systems in the Cloud
Unit 15: Applied Security in the Cloud
UAE’s General Secondary Education Certificate Examination Grade 12 (Tawjihiya) plus successful completion of the International Foundation Programme (IFP) Level 3 or equivalent programmes
Completion of Year 1 at a recognised post-secondary institution (university/college)/successful completion of the International Foundation Programme (IFP) Level 3 or equivalent programmes along with 60% in FSC/HSC
American High School Diploma with the university minimum 3.2 GPA SAT-1100 or ACT composite score 23 or AP Scores of 3+ in 2 subjects you are eligible for direct entry into Year 1 of the undergraduate programme.
Minimum 5 grades C6 and above in WAEC/NECO along with Completion of Year 1 at a recognised post-secondary institution (university/college)/successful completion of the International Foundation Programme (IFP) Level 3 or equivalent programmes
( Russia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan)
60% and above in high school attestat along with Completion of Year 1 at a recognised post-secondary institution (university/ college)/successful completion of the International Foundation Programme (IFP) Level 3 or equivalent programmes
● Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2
● PTE Academic 51 overall
● Academic IELTS 5.5 (minimum 5.0 in each band)
● TOEFL Internet-based 65 (15 in listening & writing, 18 in speaking and 18 in reading)
Additionally, students with the following qualifications may be considered as having met the English language requirements:
English Language | Entry Requirement |
GCSE/IGCSE/O-Level English (as a first or second language) | Grade C or Higher |
CBSE/ISC boards/NIOS/All state boards | Minimum grade of 65% in English |
International Baccalaureate | Minimum grade 5 in English A1 (Standard or Higher Level) in IB OR a minimum of grade 5 in English B (Higher Level) |
There are no formal examinations required for this course. Assessments are undertaken in various ways:
You will be required to work in your own time to complete research, homework tasks or group work. Self-study is vital to your success on this course and lecturers will give you guidance on how best to approach this throughout the study period.