| INDEX OF COURSES |
- 09/05/01 : MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing
- 09/05/02 : MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners
- 09/05/03 : MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing
- 09/05/03A : MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing
- 09/05/04 : MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (Software Development)
- 09/05/05 : MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (ICT Systems Support)
- 09/05/06 : Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Software Development
- 09/05/07 : Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Networks
- 09/07/08 : MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Interactive Media
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| MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing |
| Course Code
| 09/05/01 |
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| 2 |
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| Awarding Body
| MCAST |
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| Entry Requirements |
Completed compulsory education
Aptitude test and/or Interview |
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| Duration of Course |
1 or 2 Years Full-Time |
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| About The Course |
The programme is designed to provide an opportunity to school leavers in possession of the School Leaving Certificate to follow a structured programme of study in that area which is closer to his/her interests. The programme includes a significant amount of vocational practice that will help students to form a clear idea of the nature of the trade or vocation they intend to follow. Assessment of each unit in this qualification is mainly through a system of continuous assessment and tests. Students who show better understanding and application will be awarded the grades of Merit or Distinction.
By combining theory with practical work, students cover a wide range of topics ensuring that they receive a proper understandinig of the basic areas that make up Information and Communication Technology. This Course is the first in a series of programmes that will prepare individuals to work within the Computing Industry. The course is a preparatory course to the further Diplomas within the Institute. It is therefore to be noted that by attending this course, the student will not have gained enough knowledge to seek employment within the ICT (Information and Communication Technology) Industry. |
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| Study Units |
• English
• Maltese
• Mathematics and Science
• Information Technology
• Personal Development
Vocational Practice:
• Fundamentals of Computing
• Creative Thinking
• Introduction to Computing
• English for Computing
• Mathematics for Computing
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| MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners |
| Course Code |
09/05/02 |
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| Level |
3 |
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| Awarding Body
| MCAST-BTEC |
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| Entry Requirements |
Either: 2 SEC/O-Level passes - Preferred: Mathematics,
English Language and one subject from Computing, Physics, Accounting and Business Studies
Or: MCAST Foundation Certificate
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| Duration of Course |
1 Year Full-Time |
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| Fees |
BTEC Registration Fee |
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| About The Course |
This Course is the second in a series of programmes designed to provide students with the necessary skills to work in the Computing Industry. At this level, students are introduced to subjects in both the networking and software development areas. Students with the proper qualifications should not apply to the MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing (Code 09/05/01) but should start directly at this level. This Course is a preparatory course for further Diplomas within the Institute as the student will not have gained enough knowledge to seek employment within the ICT (Information and Communication Technology) Industry. |
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| Study Units |
• Introduction to Computer Systems
• Using ICT to present Information
• Web Development
• Software Design and Development
• Technical English
• Mathematics
• Database / Spreadsheet Software
• Networking Essentials
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| MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing |
| Course Code |
09/05/03 |
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4 |
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| Awarding Body
| MCAST-BTEC |
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| Entry Requirements |
Either: 4 SEC/O-Level passes - Preferred: Mathematics, English Language and one subject from Computing, Physics, Accounting and Business Studies
Or: MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners |
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| Notes |
Applications for programme 09/05/03
Students who (i) had applied for the MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T Practitioners, (ii) were admitted on the basis of the agreement signed on 1 December 2006 by MIIIT, MGTIL, MCAST and other parties and (iii) successfully concluded the programme of studies offered to them, are eligible to apply for the MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing.
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| Duration of Course |
2 Years Full-Time |
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| Fees |
BTEC Registration Fee |
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| About The Course |
This intensive course aims to provide students with the required skills to work in the Computing Industry. In the second year, students specialize in either Software Development, or Networking & ICT Support. In each case students study subjects that are relevant to the needs of Industry. Students with the proper qualifications should not apply to the MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners (Code 08/05/02) but should start directly at this level. Students who successfully complete the MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing may find a number of career opportunities both within the ICT Industry and also in I.T. Departments of other Industries.
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| Study Units |
Study Units (Year I)
Language and Communications
Business Information Systems
Computational Methods
Communications Technology
Computer Systems
Website Development
Introduction to Software Development
Software Applications
Study Units (Year II)
Software Development
Programming Concepts
Programming Practice
Commercial Programming
Systems Analysis and Design
Website Management
Advanced Programming
Programming for Design
Software Project
Supporting Subjects:
Entrepreneurship
Networking & ICT Support
Computer Hardware
Network Design and Administration
Data Communications & Networks
End User Support
Website Management
System Specification & Justification
Multimedia Technology
Networking Project
Supporting Subjects:
Entrepreneurship
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| MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing |
| Course Code |
09/05/03A |
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| Level |
4 |
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| Awarding Body |
MCAST-BTEC |
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| Entry Requirements |
Either: 4 SEC/O-Level passes - Preferred: Mathematics, English Language and one subject from Computing, Physics, Accounting and Business Studies
Or: MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners
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| Notes |
Applications for programme 09/05/03A
Students who (i) had applied for the MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T Practitioners, (ii) were admitted on the basis of the agreement signed on 1 December 2006 by MIIIT, MGTIL, MCAST and other parties and (iii) successfully concluded the programme of studies offered to them are eligible to apply for the MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing. |
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| Duration of Course |
1 Year Full-Time and 2 years part-time on an apprenticeship |
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| Fees |
BTEC Registration Fee |
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| About The Course |
This intensive course aims to provide students with the required skills to work in the Computing Industry. In the second and third years, students specialize in either Software Development, or Networking & ICT Support. In each case students study subjects that are relevant to the needs of Industry. Students with the proper qualifications should not apply to the MCAST-BTEC First Diploma for I.T. Practitioners (Code 08/05/02) but should start directly at this level. Students who successfully complete the MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing may find a number of career opportunities both within the ICT Industry and also in I.T. Departments of other Industries. |
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| Study Units |
Study Units (Year I)
Language and Communications
Business Information Systems
Computational Methods
Communications Technology
Computer Systems
Website Development
Introduction to Software Development
Software Applications
Study Units (Year II)
Software Development
Programming Concepts
Programming Practice
Commercial Programming
Systems Analysis and Design
Website Management
Advanced Programming
Programming for Design
Software Project
Networking & ICT Support
Computer Hardware
Network Design and Administration
Data Communications & Networks
End User Support
Website Management
System Specification & Justification
Multimedia Technology
Networking Project
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| MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (Software Development) |
| Course Code |
09/05/04 |
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5 |
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| Awarding Body |
MCAST-BTEC |
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| Entry Requirements |
Either: 2 A-Level passes - Compulsory: Computing
Or: 1 A-Level pass and 3 I-Level passes - Compulsory: Computing
Or: MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing.
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| Duration of Course |
2 Years Full-Time |
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| Fees |
BTEC Registration Fee |
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| About The Course |
This Qualification aims to provide an educational foundation for a range of Technical and Management careers in computing and to enable students to make an immediate contribution in employment. Students with the proper qualifications do not need to start from the MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing (Code 08/05/03) but can start directly at this level. Students who complete the MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing will find a number of career opportunities in the ICT Industry or in I.T. Departments in a wide range of work environments. |
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| Study Units |
Year I
Computer Platforms
Networking Concepts
Systems Analysis
Quality Systems
Programming Concepts
Data Analysis & Database Design
Database Design Concepts
Visual Programming
Year II
Website Design
Personal Skills Development
Java Programming
Visual Programming Development
Software Development Project
Distributed Design and Development
VB Enterprise Development
Software Testing
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| MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (ICT Systems Support) |
| Course Code |
09/05/05 |
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| Level |
5 |
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| Awarding Body |
MCAST-BTEC |
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| Entry Requirements |
Either: 2 A-Level passes - Compulsory: Computing
Or: 1 A-Level pass and 3 I-Level passes - Compulsory: Computing
Or: MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing
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| Duration of Course |
2 Years Full-Time |
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| Fees |
BTEC Registration Fee |
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| About The Course |
This Qualification aims to provide an educational foundation for a range of Technical and Management careers in computing and to enable students to make an immediate contribution in employment. Students with the proper qualifications do not need to start from the MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Computing (Code 08/05/03) but can start directly at this level. Students who complete the MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing will find a number of career opportunities in the ICT Industry or in I.T. Departments in a wide range of work environments. |
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| Study Units |
Year I
Computer Platforms
Networking Concepts
Systems Analysis
Quality Systems
Programming Concepts
Data Analysis & Database Design
Database Design Concepts
Supporting NOS and OS
Year II
Networking Technology
Personal Skills Development
Networking Infrastructure
Project Management
Internet Server Management
Management in IT
E-Business Strategy
Networking Project
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| Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Software Development |
| Course Code |
09/05/06 |
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| Level |
6 |
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| Awarding Body
| MCAST in collaboration with Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft |
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| Entry Requirements |
BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (Software Development).
Further details are available under section “Applications for MCAST Vocational Degrees” on Page 220 of the Prospectus.
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| Duration of Course |
1 Year Full-Time |
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| Fees |
Registration Fee |
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| About The Course |
This programme builds on the experience acquired in the MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing. Once again, a good mix
of both practical and theoretical subjects have been included to ensure
that the student is well prepared for Industry, as well as obtain a good
knowledge base to allow for further development in the field, both from
an educational aspect, as well as research and development. As a
departure from previous programmes, students will be expected to be
more independent learners, with a significant amount of research and
self study outside the classroom environment.
Our BSc Software Development degree will help the student specialize
even further in Software Development with knowledge and experience
in Security, Entertainment and Interactive Software, and Internet and
Mobile Technologies. Besides these specialized areas, one would also
cover areas such as Mathematics and Algorithms, and Management
skills. The knowledge and skills obtained when reading for this degree
will make the student a sought after Software Developer with high
prospects for better employment. |
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| Study Units |
• Mathematics for IT
• Secure Software Development
• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Software Engineering
• Entertainment & Interactive Software Development
• Internet & Mobile Software Technologies
• Entrepreneurship
• Project Management
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| Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Networks |
| Course Code |
09/05/07 |
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| Level |
6 |
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| Awarding Body
| MCAST in collaboration with Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft |
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| Entry Requirements |
BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (ICT Systems Support).
Further details are available under section “Applications for MCAST Vocational Degrees” on Page 220 of the Prospectus.
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| Duration of Course |
1 Year Full-Time |
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| Fees |
Registration Fee |
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| About The Course |
This programme builds on the experience acquired in the MCAST /
BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing. MCAST has included
within the degree programme a balanced mix of both practical and
theoretical subjects to ensure that the student is well prepared
for Industry, as well as obtain a good knowledge base to allow for
further development in the field, both from an educational aspect,
as well as research and development. As a departure from previous
programmes, students will be expected to be more independent
learners, with a significant amount of research and self-study being
conducted outside the classroom environment.
Our BSc Networking degree has a technology focus to provide the
student with in-depth knowledge and technical skills in this area
of specialization. Besides specializing heavily on Networking and
related areas, students would have modules covering Mathematics
and Management skills. The skills obtained with reading for this
degree will make the student stand out with prospective employers
seeking to employ specialized people on Networks, both LANs and
WANs. |
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| Study Units |
• Mathematics for IT
• Network Security & Digital Forensics
• Communications & Networking Principles
• Database Administration
• Networking Operating Systems - Principles & Practice
• Advanced Networking Infrastructure and WAN Technologies
• Entrepreneurship
• Project Management
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| MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Interactive Media |
| Course Code |
09/07/08 |
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| Level |
5 |
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| Awarding Body |
MCAST-BTEC |
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| About The Course |
The BTEC Higher National Diploma in Interactive Media has been
developed to prepare learners to work in interactive media related
careers e.g. web design, TV and video editing, multimedia design, 3D
animation in a professional capacity. The course provides opportunities
for students to develop their ability in the interactive media area
through effective use and combination of creative knowledge and
computer skills.
The course is offered in conjunction with the Institute of
Information and Communication Technology. Students may aspire for
management roles within the multimedia sector.
This programme is offered in conjunction with the Institute of Art and Design.
Further information can be found in course code 09/07/08 under the Art and Design section of this prospectus.
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