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Computing (App Development & Testing) (HTQ) at Bedford College Group - UCAS

Bedford College Group

Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: Pearson Education Ltd

Computing (App Development & Testing) (HTQ)

Course options

2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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There are other course options available which may have a different vacancy status or entry requirements – view the full list of options

This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.

Bedford College Group has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Course summary

This HTQ (Higher Technical Qualification) is a widely recognised and highly valued computing qualification that enables you to develop a range of higher level specialist technical skills and knowledge, enabling students to meet the demands of employers in the computing sector and to adapt to a constantly changing world. This programme is a specialist pathway, designed to support progression into the fields of software development and testing. The course will enhance your ability to develop sophisticated applications to change tomorrow’s world, and as a software tester to be involved in the quality assurance stage of software development and deployment. Students will benefit from our excellent cutting-edge computing facilities, small student groups and extremely supportive, industry-experienced teaching staff. By completing this course, students will achieve an industry-recognised HND, which will enhance career prospects and your employability. To complement your course you will:

  • Hear from a range of guest speakers from the computing sector
  • Attend a relevant trip
It may be possible to gain additional vendor qualifications for example Cisco and CompTIA. On successful completion of this course, you can apply to study an additional year at Bedford College to gain a full BSc (Hons) degree, progress to a university, or you can enter employment.

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

Modules

The units you are studying will include: • Programming • Networking • Professional Practice • Database Design & Development • Security • Planning a Computing Project • Software Development Lifecycles • Website Design & Development • Computing Research Project • Business Process Support • Application Program Interfaces • Application Development • Risk Analysis & Systems Testing

Assessment method

100% Assessed through written and practical assessment.

How to apply

29Jan

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

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

International applicants

We are unable to accept international students due to UKVI regulations

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

HNC in Computing (App Development & Testing) HTQ

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £6000 Year 1
Northern Ireland £6000 Year 1
Scotland £6000 Year 1
Wales £6000 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

Personal computer, Laptop PC or MAC required £25 trip fee Fees subject to change.
Computing (App Development & Testing) (HTQ) at Bedford College Group - UCAS