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Higher Nitec in Technology – IT Systems & Networks (Enhanced Curricular Structure)

Campus

ITE College Central

ITE College East

ITE College West

Industry

Infocomm Technology

Course type

Part-time

Certifications

Higher Nitec

Get hands-on with real-world IT skills! Learn to set up, maintain, and secure devices, networks, and servers in hybrid environments. Support IT projects and keep systems running smoothly—your gateway to a future in Infocomm starts here!

Course duration: 18 months

The course duration is 1.5 to 3 years.

What you'll learn

  • Manage computer system and devices

  • Manage computer network

  • Support networked servers

  • Assist to manage virtualisation infrastructure

  • Implement wireless LAN

  • Implement network security

  • Assist Support of IT project development

Download Core module details [PDF, 205 KB]

Entry requirements

3 GCE ‘O’ Level Grades:

  • Grade 1-8 in English Language;

  • Grade 1-7 in Mathematics (Elementary/Additional);

  • Grade 1-8 in one of the approved subjects: Biology / Biotechnology / Chemistry / Combined Science / Computer Studies / Design & Technology / Engineering Science / Fundamentals of Electronics / Human & Social Biology / Integrated Science / Physical Science / Physics / Science (Chemistry/Biology) / Science (Physics/Biology) / Science (Physics/Chemistry) / Science (Physics/Biology/Chemistry).

OR

  • Nitec in Technology qualifications; or

  • Nitec qualifications (Technical Skills); or

  • Workplace Literacy & Numeracy (WPLN) Level 5 in Speaking, Listening, Reading, Writing and Numeracy, and one year relevant work experience; or

  • Completed four Foundation modules

Applicants who do not meet the above entry requirements will need to complete Foundation modules before taking Core/Specialisation modules.

Entry requirements for Foundation modules

  • 2 GCE 'O' Level Grades (Grade 1-8) in any two subjects; or

  • 3 GCE 'N' Level Passes (Grade A-D or Grade 1-5) in Mathematics or Science and two other subjects; or

  • Workplace Literacy & Numeracy (WPLN) Level 5 in Speaking and Listening, and Level 4 in Reading and Numeracy

Progression opportunities

Flowchart of CET progression from no qualification to university via Nitec, Higher Nitec, and diplomas

Career opportunities

Higher Nitec in Technology - IT Systems & Networks graduates may be employed in various public and private sector organisations as IT Specialist, Associate Infrastructure Support Engineer.

View application schedule and fees.

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