Course Description

Computer systems and networks are a growth area in today’s business environment due to the fact that there is a strong demand for highly skilled technical persons who can devise original solutions for complex problems in the context of IT and network implementation using modern techniques. This hands-on degree programme is intended for learners who wish to pursue a career in the world of computer systems and networks. In this course learners will be exposed to enterprise network technologies, data centre operations, service provider networks, information security, virtualisation, DevOps and cloud computing technologies. Due importance will also be given to emerging technologies which learners will find being implemented when they start working within the industry. A hands-on practical approach is adopted throughout the course.This course does not entitle the successful candidates to apply for an engineering warrant with the Engineering Profession Board of Malta on successful completion of the course.

Career Prospects

Systems Administrator,
NOC Engineer*,
Technical Support Specialist,
Network Analyst,
DevOps,
Cloud Infrastructure Engineer*

*The term Engineer shall not carry or imply the meaning attributed to the term “Engineer” in Article 2 of the Engineering Profession Act (Chapter 321 of the Laws of Malta)

Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route….
MCAST MQF Level 4 Advanced Diploma in IT
or
MCAST Advanced Diploma in Electronics (Computer Engineering)

OR

2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes
Compulsory A-Level: Computing
AND
Compulsory A-Level or I-Level: Mathematics (Pure or Applied) OR Physics

Other Important matters to be noted and considered:

Information Technology at A or I Level (or similar) is not a substitute for the Compulsory Subject/s as shown in the Entry Requirements for this degree programme.

Applicants holding an MCAST MQF level 4 Adv Diploma in IT which is not specialsied in the Computer Systems and Network stream, will find that they have a weaker foudnation to successfully manage this Degree Programme.