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Diploma of Higher Education - DipHE
Distance Learning
Flexible
Oct 2026
2 Year
This is one of several subject combinations available in our Diploma of Higher Education in Computing & IT and a second subject (W42). This diploma develops your technical computing skills alongside psychology, exploring human behaviour, cognition, and interaction with technology. You’ll learn programming, systems, and data analysis while gaining insights into user experience and social aspects of computing. On completion, you'll be prepared for entry-level roles in human-computer interaction, digital support, or research, or can continue to the BSc (Honours) to specialise further in computing and psychology.
Key features of the course- Offers a 50:50 split between computing & IT and psychology - Provides a choice of computing and IT topics to focus on - Builds a solid foundation for further study
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