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Computing for England (HTQ)

Walsall College

UCAS Code: 2IC2 | Higher National Certificate - HNC

Entry requirements


A level

D,D,D-C,C,C

Access to HE Diploma

D:30

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

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72-96

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Course option

1year

Full-time | 2024

Subject

Computer networks

Our Level 4 HNC is a highly practical course with two pathways available

- software development

- computer networks

The units of study reflect the latest technology innovations and current employment opportunities within the computing and digital industry. A nationally recognised Level 4 computing qualification, the HNC is ideal for those who have started or are planning to move into, a career in the computing industry, or who wish to progress onto a degree programme. The course also aims to develop skills such as communication literacy, critical thinking, analysis, reasoning, and interpretation, which are crucial for gaining employment and developing academic competence.

This course is an HTQ, the latest industry-focussed Level 4 and 5 qualifications developed by awarding bodies in collaboration with employers and the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE).

The benefit of studying an approved HTQ is that the knowledge, skills, and behaviours that you acquire are what employers value most. This means that on completion of your course, you will be ready to enter employment or to progress within your chosen occupation or sector.

Modules

Unit 1 Programming (both pathways)
Unit 2 Networking (both pathways)
Unit 3 Professional Practice (both pathways)
Unit 4 Database Design & Development (both pathways)
Unit 5 Security (both pathways)
Unit 6 Managing a Successful Computing Project (both pathways)
Unit 7 Strategic Information Systems (Computer Networks pathway)
Unit 8 Computer Systems Architecture (Computer Networks pathway)
Unit 9 Software Development Lifecycles (Software Development pathway)
Unit 10 Website Design and Development (Software Development pathway)

Assessment methods

The skills and knowledge that you will develop as part of the course are assessed by a variety of methods including written assignments, practical assessments, presentations, group work and exams. Independent study and research is essential to achievement on the course to supplement and consolidate learning and to broaden knowledge and understandin

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

England
£6,000
for the whole course
Northern Ireland
£6,000
for the whole course
Scotland
£6,000
for the whole course
Wales
£6,000
for the whole course

The Uni


Course location:

Walsall College

Department:

Science, Mathematics, Computing and IT

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