Course summary
The digital industry is one of the most fast paced and evolving and is paramount to the success of many of today’s commercial and industrial organisations. Many more sectors like medicine and finance, are beginning to rely on robust systems created by experts in this field so they can grow and adapt to changes. Our programme has been created alongside industry experts, giving you a varied and in-depth insight into the workings of the digital industry. During the programme, you’ll focus on building high-quality systems, understanding cybersecurity, programming and coding and undertake successful computing projects; all within our brand-new state-of-the-art networking hub. The career opportunities are endless once you have the skills, and knowledge, backed up with the experience you’ll gain on our programme. Careers include: • Computer Scientist • Cyber Security • Programmer • Software Developer • Web and Multi-media Production Why study with us? • Brand new state-of-the-art facilities kitted out with the latest digital software and technological equipment • Expert lecturers with a wealth of knowledge from across the globe • Take part in educational visits and trips to employers, Universities and technology museums • Key industry guest speakers and masterclasses held throughout the programme • Work on innovative live briefs • The opportunity to take part in work experience to get a real insight in to working in the industry What can you study? On successful completion of the course you could progress on to the following options: Level 5 (HND) Computing University Undergraduate Course Various job roles within the sector Advanced Apprenticeship
Modules
Core Units Unit 1 Programming Unit 2 Networking Unit 3 Professional Practice Unit 4 Database Design and Development Unit 5 Security Unit 6 Managing a Successful Computing Project Unit 9 Software Development Life cycles Additional Units Unit 10 Website Design and Development
Assessment method
The programme is assessed by written assignments, practical work and presentations.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
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:
- ITS1
- Institution code:
- T90
- Campus name:
- South Tyneside College
- Campus code:
- S
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Entry Requirements are GCSE grade C/4 in Maths and English, relevant BTEC level 3 qualification, T levels are accepted for this course
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Additional entry requirements
Interview
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £6165* | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £6165* | Year 1 |
Scotland | £6165* | Year 1 |
Wales | £6165* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Tyne Coast College
St Georges Avenue
South Shields
Tyne and Wear
NE34 6ET