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Computing at University Centre Rotherham - UCAS

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University Centre Rotherham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Course summary

The BTEC Higher National Certificate and Diploma in Computing offers a comprehensive, industry-relevant education at Levels 4 and 5. Designed to equip students with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge required for success in the computing sector. These qualifications are tailored to meet the demands of the modern workplace. facilitating both immediate employment and progression to higher-level studies. The Higher National Diploma (HND) offers specialised pathways, including Software Engineering, Data Analytics, Network Engineering, and Cyber Security, providing targeted training for specific computing careers. Modules Covered: Core Units:

  • Programming
  • Networking
  • Professional Practice
  • Database Design & Development
  • Security
  • Planning a Computing Project
Specialist Unit
  • One mandatory specialist unit (e.g. Software Development Lifecycles for the general Computing pathway)
Optional Unit
  • Strategic Information Systems
  • Management in the Digital Economy
  • Website Design & Development
  • Math for Computing
  • Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence
Entry Requirements: GCSE grades at A* to C (or equivalent) and/or 9 to 4 (or equivalent) in Maths and English Level 3 qualification in BTEC Nationals in Computing or A-Levels in related subjects If you do not meet these requirements please contact us as we are able to consider applicants with other qualifications, relevant experience or personal circumstances on an individual basis.

Modules

Modules Covered: Core Units: Programming Networking Professional Practice Database Design & Development Security Planning a Computing Project Specialist Unit One mandatory specialist unit (e.g. Software Development Lifecycles for the general Computing pathway) Optional Unit Strategic Information Systems Management in the Digital Economy Website Design & Development Math for Computing Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence

Assessment method

BTEC Higher Nationals in Computing are assessed primarily through coursework. All units are assessed via assignments set and marked by the teaching center, with one or more Pearson-set assignments integrated into the program. Students undertake practical projects, case studies, and research assignments rather than formal exams. In summary, learners build portfolios of work (programming tasks, reports, etc.) demonstrating the required outcomes for each module.

How to apply

This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.

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

Course code:
UC49
Institution code:
R52
Campus name:
North Notts College - Worksop Campus
Campus code:
W

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

There are no qualification requirements for this course.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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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 .

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Computing at University Centre Rotherham - UCAS