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Computing for England (HTQ) (HND) at Bradford College - UCAS

Bradford College

Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: Pearson EDI

Computing for England (HTQ) (HND)

Course options

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Course summary

Our Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Computing will draw on key elements of computing in order to put you on to the right path to your ideal career. Learn about topics such as programming, security, website design and development and software development. As well as understanding essential information, you will develop hands-on and practical knowledge that will fast track you into further study and career opportunities in this area. You will benefit from partnerships with key industry professionals including CISCO, AWS Academy and CompTIA as well as the opportunity to visit specialist events such as the IPExpo in Manchester, Tech Huddle and Leeds Digital Job Fair.

This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.

Modules

In the General Computing pathway you study specialist topics such as: Programming Database Design & Development Security Software Development Lifecycles Website Design & Development Business Process Support In the Cyber Security pathway you study specialist topics such as: Networking Cyber Security Applied Cryptography in the Cloud Information Security Management Forensics Applied Cryptography in the Cloud In the Data Analytics pathway, you study specialist topics such as: Strategic Information Systems Data Analytics Website Design & Development Advanced Programming for Data Analysis and Big Data Analytics Visualisation

Assessment method

You will study two core units − one core, 15-credit, unit at Level 4 and one core, 30-credit unit at Level 5 − will be assessed by a mandatory Pearson-set assignment targeted at particular skills. All other units are assessed by centre-devised internal assignments.


How to apply

Application codes

Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

For students who have recently been in education, the entry profile is likely to include one of the following: - A BTEC Level 3 qualification in Computing (or a related subject) - A GCE Advanced Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or adequate performance in more than one GCE subject; this profile is likely to be supported by GCSE grades A* to C and/or 9 to 4 (or equivalent) in subjects such as Maths and English - Other related Level 3 qualifications - An Access to Higher Education Diploma awarded by an approved further education institution - Related work experience - An international equivalent of the above


Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £8000 Year 1
Northern Ireland £8000 Year 1
Scotland £8000 Year 1
Wales £8000 Year 1

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

Bradford College is committed to delivering quality, affordable degrees. We work hard to cut the cost and not the corners on our undergraduate, postgraduate and professional courses. The tuition fee rate per year is fixed for the duration of the course providing there is no break in study. You will not be asked to pay these fees up front, as you should be eligible for loans to cover the tuition fees and assist with living expenses from Student Finance England. However, please ensure that you have made your application and secured funding for your course prior to registration.
Computing for England (HTQ) (HND) at Bradford College - UCAS