In this postgraduate diploma, you’ll build on the knowledge and skills of your undergraduate degree by concentrating on a specialisation you’re interested in – cybersecurity and networking, software development or data analytics and intelligence. You’ll gain deeper insights into a specific area of ICT while strengthening your leadership and collaboration capabilities. This programme includes two compulsory courses: Research Methods sets you up for advanced research if you do more postgraduate study, and Applied Project provides a chance to undertake and manage an IT project that expands your work experience.What you’ll learn:Analyse complex real-world problems using advanced technical and theoretical knowledge, then develop effective digital solutions that deliver the best results. This includes reflecting on your performance and what you and your team can do to improve.Evaluate ever-changing and disruptive ICT environments with critical thinking and interdisciplinary strategies.Critically analyse and develop your professional practice to promote open communication, inclusivity and ethical conductHighlights:Earn and learn. This programme is highly flexible with blended learning (online, self-directed research, weekend on-campus classes), making it a great option for students and ICT professionals who want to work and study. Move your career up a level. With a postgraduate qualification, you’ll acquire higher-level knowledge and the necessary skills for your specialisation, strengthening your CV and the likelihood of a higher salary.Made to fit your career goals. Most courses are elective – you can focus on one specialisation or a mix of all three and select the classes that suit your life schedule. Practical, applied learning. Apply highly specialised knowledge and skills to independently research and implement an applied-technology project.Research-led. Design and carry out your applied research and collaborate with other professionals.State-of-the-art facilities. You can apply what you’ve learned in our on-campus computer labs, which you can access seven days a week. Learn from the best. You’ll be guided and supported by highly qualified and experienced IT practitioners who are experts in their respective fields. Continue with further postgraduate study. This programme cross-credits towards our Master of Applied Technologies (Computing).