Diploma in ICT

Institute: Institute of Information and Communication Technology

Programme of Study offered on Full Time basis as per MCAST Course Offering – Prospectus 2025/26
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Programme Code: IT3-O01-25
MQF Level: Level 3
Credits: 60 credits
Accredited Work Based Learning: Not Applicable, does not include WBL
Duration: 1 Year

Course Description

The ICT industry is a dynamic sector which requires a number of technical people to
cope with the constantly evolving computing technologies. IT persons offer technical
support in these technologies and help other IT specialists in their daily job. The
Diploma in ICT is the first step in a block of a three-year training programme, designed to provide the necessary skills to work in the computing industry. At this level of study, learners will be introduced to fundamental subjects in the networking, software development, web development and multimedia areas. At the end of the course, learners will be able to use modern computer and multimedia systems and networks in the workplace.

Career Prospects

Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route….
Any MCAST MQF Level 2 Foundation Certificate

OR

2 SEC/ SSC&P or equivalent with a Pass Grade / Level 3
Compulsory: One subject from Mathematics OR Computer Studies OR Physics OR Information Technology OR IT -VET OR ICT C3 pass grade at level 3

Other Important matters to be noted and considered:

In view of Entry Requirements for course, ECDL or ICDL Certification, are not considered as part of the pool of Compulsory Subjects

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Updated: 2025-06-16