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PostgraduatePostgraduate Diploma

Computing (E81)

Open University
None, Unknown
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2 yearsDuration
£12,500Per Year (Intl)
£12,500Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The PgDip Computing (E81) at Open University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in None, Unknown, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Advance your computing career with this flexible postgraduate diploma. Choose a broad route or specialise in software engineering or information security and forensics, building advanced knowledge, skills and techniques. You’ll explore software systems, data management, cyber security, and innovation management, and develop a professional mindset to apply computing in real-world contexts. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 81% student satisfaction rating.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Software Systems Design
Data Management and Database Technologies
Cyber Security and Risk Management
Professional Practice and Innovation Management
Software Engineering Principles
Information Security and Digital Forensics
Research Methods and Professional Development
Project Management and Strategic Computing
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£12,500

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£25,000

Home Student Fee

£12,500

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

83%Working
10%Work & Study
3%Seeking Work
80%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH11-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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