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Computing (Network Engineering) at Heart of Worcestershire College - UCAS

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Course summary

Our full time HND in Computing (Network Engineering) is a computing course which specialises in network design and engineering. Situated in our state of the art, centre of Digital Learning (CODE); we have crafted a course to equip you with the knowledge, understanding and skills required for success in current and future employment in an ever expanding IT industry. You will establish core skills in computing before choosing this specialist pathway at level 5. You will study modules in network design, cloud computing and network security using our cutting edge facilities as part of a Huawei and Cisco academy and using Amazon Web services, Microsoft Azure cloud platform and servers from our long-time partner Simply. Throughout your final year you will also undertake an individual project working with a real client and employability skills are developed through work experience and links within our employment partners. Class sessions will be complemented by independent, self-directed learning using a Virtual Learning Environment (Moodle). Full-time study is fifteen hours per week, over two semesters, including tutorial time. It is expected that for every hour spent in the classroom, the equivalent is dedicated to independent, self-directed learning outside contact hours. The delivery of the course may be a combination of online and face-to-face delivery if required.

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

Modules

Year 1 – Level 4

  • Professional Practice
  • Programming
  • Computer Systems Architecture
  • Website Design and Development
  • Managing a Successful Project
  • Database Design and Development
  • Networking
  • Security
Year 2 – Level 5
  • Computing Research Project
  • Business intelligence
  • Emerging Technology
  • Transport Network Design
  • Cloud Computing
  • Network Security
- Client/Server Computing systems

Assessment method

How will I be assessed? Units will be assessed using a variety of methods: reports, seminars, presentations, practical workshops, academic essays, screencasts and portfolios of evidence. Alternative assessment methods may be used where appropriate.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
CG19
Institution code:
H19
Campus name:
Worcester
Campus code:
W

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

Heart of Worcestershire College is not a licensed student sponsor for UK student visa's. We are therefore unable to issue student visa's for study in the UK under the Tier 4 UK immigration points based system.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements


Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £8500 Year 1
Northern Ireland £8500 Year 1
Scotland £8500 Year 1
Wales £8500 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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

Sponsorship information

Heart of Worcestershire College is offering HE Boost awards of up to £1500 each to all first year full time HE students. The funding will paid in 3 instalments in November, January and May. If you are applying for your first year of your first Higher Education course and have “Firmly” accepted an offer of a place on a HE programme at Heart of Worcestershire College as your first choice (not insurance) you may be eligible. To be eligible you must meet the national criteria: • Normally resident in England • Have a household income of less than £25,000 (as assessed through Student Finance England) • Self funding, not sponsored by an employer, the NHS nor the Training and Development Agency for Schools. Please note that due to the limited nature of these funds meeting the criteria does not equate to an entitlement to the Boost award. Each application will be considered by the panel of senior staff based on the information provided.

Computing (Network Engineering) at Heart of Worcestershire College - UCAS