DIP: ICT IN MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS
Course Aim:
Organisations employ IT specialists in an effort to make the most effective use of information technology and to achieve business objectives. IT specialists are not just relegated to IT technology companies; they perform computer support in many businesses across many industries irrespective of the industry in which they work. IT specialists provide services related to software, hardware, databases, networks and information systems. They help facilitate the use of their company’s technologies including intranet, email, FTP and internet access.
Opportunities:
There is an ongoing need for a wide range of highly skilled information technology personnel in South Africa. As the field is subject to rapid technological change, it requires professionals who are well trained, who keep up to date with the latest developments and who can engage future trends and developments. Multimedia Technology students are prepared for careers or advanced studies in electronic media design, video and sound, web design, web-based development, interactive media and virtual reality.
The first year is common to all three programmes offered i.e. Diploma in Multimedia Applications, Diploma in Communications Networks and Diploma in Applications Development. All first year students are registered for the Diploma in Applications Development and based on their choice in their second year specialisation; students will be converted to either the Diploma in Multimedia Applications, Diploma in Communications Networks or Diploma in Applications Development.
Undergraduates
For all Certificate, Diploma and National Diploma applications, consult the General admission requirements.
Some courses require students to submit additional information as part of their application.
General admission requirements
Postgraduates
For all Honours, Masters and Doctorate applications, consult the Postgraduate admission requirements.
General admission requirements
Syllabus and fees
Please note:
The fees reflected here are for the 2024 academic year, and are subject to change for 2025.Please confirm the final fee amount by contacting the relevant Faculty Office or contact person as listed at the bottom of this page.
Compulsary subject(s)
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Offering type: FULLTIME - DISTRICT 6 CAMPUS
For any queries get in contact with:
Mr I Paul
+27 21 460 3043
Ms Thandiswa Madadasana
+27 21 440 2237
NOTE: The fees in this prospectus are for the 2024 academic year and are provided to assist you in your planning.
Disclaimer
This information is subject to change based on approval and accreditation of HEQSF aligned qualifications.
Admission requirements may therefore differ between the existing qualification and the HESQF aligned qualification. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information on this page; however the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require, to make changes to any of the published details.