Course summary
Computing is consistently one of the popular university level courses that we offer. The career progression opportunities within computing are huge as this is a fast paced and constantly changing industry sector to work in. This fascinating course is delivered by qualified industry-experienced teachers in our suitably equipped labs and workshops at the London Road Campus. We’ll support and equip you with the skills you need to pursue a career in the computing and IT industry or further continue your studies in Higher Education. There is a large practical based element and learning is mainly assessed through the production of technical artefacts and reports. The HNC and HND HTQ are widely recognised and valued higher education university level qualifications. These programmes are designed to prepare and develop people for advancement in Computing and IT. On achieving the HNC qualification, graduates may continue academic study to HND, or move directly into employment in a range of computing and IT roles. On achieving the HND qualification, graduates may continue academic study to top-up to a BSc(Hons) degree, or move directly into employment in a range of Computing and IT roles.
This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.
Modules
The HNC is widely recognised and highly valued qualifications that enable you to develop a range of skills and gain relevant experience necessary to progress a career in computing. The programme is run from September to June. Course Content: • Programming • Networking • Database Design & Development • Professional Practice • Security • Website Design & Development • Software Development Lifecycles • Planning a Computing Project
Assessment method
Your work for both qualifications will be continually assessed throughout the course. The assessment will depend upon the module being studied. Typical assessment methods include assignments, developing portfolios, examinations, presentations, and a Pearson set project.
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- COMC
- Institution code:
- S23
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Entry requirements include: • A Levels or L3 BTEC National Diploma / GNVQ Advanced or Relevant work experience in a responsible IT role. • GCSEs for English and maths at grade C/4 or above however equivalent qualifications and/or work experience will be taken into consideration. • Applicants without GCSEs will be required to complete initial assessments and may wish to consider the part time GCSE courses that the college offers both during the evening and daytime. • Accreditation may be given for relevant work experience or prior learning for mature learners. • To be able to study on this course you will need to have reached a certain standard of speaking English –please refer to the Course Specification for the IELTS requirement for your individual course. Please see www.shrewsbury.ac.uk/courses/international_students_esol
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £7425 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7425 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7425 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7425 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Shrewsbury Colleges Group
London Road
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6PR