Start date: March 2025
*UK level 7 comparable to level 9 on Irish national
Post-Graduate Diploma in Cloud Computing
This Post-Graduate Diploma in Cloud Computing provides a comprehensive blend of computational, mathematical, and business perspectives on cloud technologies. You will gain both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise in key cloud computing concepts, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. The programme equips you with the skills to plan, manage, and execute cloud-based projects, explore ethical, social, and professional considerations, and master emerging technologies such as DevOps, virtualisation, and software-defined networking. Through hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, you will develop innovative cloud solutions and acquire the professional skills needed for a senior role in the IT sector.
Learning Outcomes
- Cloud Computing Project Management – Plan, manage, and execute cloud-based projects while considering ethical, social, and professional implications.
- Advanced Technical Knowledge – Gain expertise in emerging cloud technologies, including DevOps, virtualisation, and software-defined networking.
- Innovative Cloud Solutions – Develop creative solutions using a combination of standard and specialised cloud computing tools.
- Critical Thinking & Professional Skills – Enhance analytical reasoning, independent problem-solving, and professional competencies for a senior IT career.
Programme Modules
Modules include: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Vision, Cloud Computing, Big Data Analytics and Computer Security.
Advance your career in a wide range of roles including Cloud Engineer, Project Manager, DevOps Engineer, Cyber Business Analyst, IT Support and more.
How distance learning works
Chevron is committed to the delivery of a high-quality learning experience through blended learning. Our approach combines the flexibility of learning online, with classroom-based support and instruction, drawing on the strengths of each learning space. We have considerable expertise in flexible study and our online interactive learning management system is designed to enable you to study at your own pace.
All materials such as course notes, supplementary reading documentation, online videos, and assignment briefs are contained in folders within each module. You will also have access to our online student community, webinars, and discussion forums to foster communication with our other students to discuss and resolve issues related to your studies.
Online delivery is supported by an induction day at the beginning of the programme and 5 interactive Saturday sessions throughout the course.
Student support
At Chevron College we are committed to the ongoing needs of our students and offer unrivalled support to all our learners:
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- Highly qualified and experienced tutors.
- Online & interactive course content, discussion forum & webinars – study when it suits you.
- Scheduled weekly webinars.
- The opportunity to avail of formative feedback on draft assessments.
- Studies Advisor to assist with study plan and skills, in addition to referencing support.
- Recommended reading uploaded on online platform.
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Entry Requirements
Bachelor’s degree with minimum Second Class (2:2) in Computer Science (or equivalent degree with significant maths and computing content).
You may need to provide evidence of your English language ability.
