ICDL Tech (MQF Level 3)
ICDL Tech is aimed at students who are interested in computing, engineering and science careers. In addition to the modules covering fundamental digital skills needed for the modern workplace, ICDL Tech includes modules to support the development of programming/coding skills.
ICDL Tech is a test of practical skills and competencies and consists of seven (7) separate modules covering computer theory and practice. To achieve the ICDL Tech certificate, the Candidate must successfully pass a test in seven (7) modules.
ICDL Tech consists of 5 compulsory modules and 2 elective modules. The modules in ICDL Tech are:
Compulsory modules
– Computer & Online Essentials
– Documents (formerly Word processing)
– Spreadsheets
– Using Databases
– Coding Principles OR Robotics
Elective modules (choose any 2)
– Coding Principles OR Robotics
– Cyber Security (formerly IT Security)
– Information Literacy
– Image Editing
– Remote Work
– Web Editing
The ICDL Tech certificate is awarded to candidates who successfully complete all five (5) compulsory modules and any two (2) elective modules.
5 COMPULSORY Modules + 2 ELECTIVE Modules = ICDL TECH CERTIFICATE
Syllabi & Sample Tests
Click the relevant modules (above) to access the syllabi and sample of tests.
ICDL Tech Certificate
The ICDL Tech certificate is awarded to candidates who successfully complete all five (5) compulsory modules and any two (2) elective modules.
The ICDL Tech certificate is comparable to Level Three (3) of the Malta Qualifications Framework.
ICDL Certificates are issued in digital form on the blockchain. The Candidate receive the certificate by email from ICDL Malta.
It is important that the Candidate provides a personal email address (not a school, work or organisation email address) to the Test Centre when registering.
The digital ICDL certificates are NOT issued immediately. The fee involved in issuing the ICDL certificate is incorporated in the cost of the ICDL Candidate Registration Number.
More information about ICDL certificates is available here.
More Information
– Starting ICDL, training & courseware
– ICDL certification & diagnostic tests
– Frequently Asked Questions