ICM Advanced Diploma in Professional Computing & Info Processing Level 5 Introduction: This ICM Professional Computing & Information Processing programme is designed for those who either wish to make a career in the field of computing or who need a sound all round knowledge of the subject area. Programme Structure: There are four semesters in this programme. Students need to pass all the units for the successful completion of this programme. Semester Plan: Semester 01 Managing Computer Systems English Language for Academics purpose International Business Communication Semester 02 Hardware & Operating Systems English Language for Academics purpose International Business Communication Semester 03 Networks English Language for Academics purpose International Business Communication Semester 04 Feasibility Study International Business Communication IT For Marketing Management Duration: 01 Year (Full Time) Fee: (Without assessment/examinations) International Students: £4000 per year Local Students: £3000 per year Assessment: Examinations which are externally assessed by ICM (UK) Main Intakes: Jan, April, June & September Scholarship: £500 Available for brilliant students with marks 70% or above, varies course to course Entry Requirements: English language competence: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent The Institute operates an ‘Open Entry’ policy in respect of many of its vocational programmes but prospective students should note that the following entrance qualifications are recommended for those wishing to undertake this programme: The ICM Business Studies Group Certificate One GCE A-level plus Three GCSEs (or equivalents) Any qualification equivalent to one of the above Applicants over the age of 18 who do not hold one of the recommended entrance qualifications may also register for the programme providing they have been in full-time employment for a minimum of one year. Progression: enable the student to apply for direct entry into the final year of a relevant 3 year degree programme.