Undergraduate Diploma in Applied IT Essentials is a diploma in Computer Science & IT programme offered by IDEA Academy in Mosta, Malta. The programme runs for 5 months. It carries 60.0 credits (ECTS). Tuition for international students is EUR 4,500 per total (EUR 4,500 per total for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Diploma
Field:Computer Science & IT
Duration: 5 months
Credits: 60.0 (ECTS)
Local tuition: EUR 4,500 / total
International tuition: EUR 4,500 / total
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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This diploma pushes further than a certificate-level introduction, building the applied ability a technology-driven workplace now expects. It starts with everyday workplace technology, familiar digital tools and cybersecurity awareness, then advances into programming fundamentals, cloud computing, and the management and analysis of data.
Teaching mixes theory with hands-on practice throughout, so students build genuine problem-solving skills alongside exposure to industry-standard tools, gaining the confidence to support digital systems in a professional environment. An ongoing thread through the course keeps students aware of current technology trends, ethical questions and the cybersecurity principles that now matter well beyond IT alone.
Because it is a diploma rather than a certificate, the course goes deeper into the more advanced technical modules, giving graduates a broader grounding in applied IT than a shorter qualification would provide.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants need an MQF Level 4 qualification — one A-Level or equivalent, or a related professional qualification — plus passes in English and Mathematics at MQF Level 3 (O-Level or equivalent), with preference for an engineering- or computing-related background.