Course summary
Progress your skills, knowledge and ability for further study or to prepare for employment in the computing industry, with our HND in Computing. This course starts each September and is awarded by Pearson. COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- It provides a route into careers related to computing including software design, computer networking and more
- You will have the opportunity to gain qualifications in CISCO Introduction to Networks and CISCO Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials during your course
- One-year qualification to be followed up with a top-up degree
- Taught at University Centre Farnborough, with modern facilities including our high-quality computing suite with access to the latest software
- Computing Research Project
- Operating Systems
- Business Process Support
- Application Development
- Network Management
- Application Program Interfaces
- Risk Analysis and Systems Testing
Modules
During your course you will develop the necessary skills to progress onto a top-up degree through a combination of core and specialist units. Examples include: • Project design, implementation and evaluation • Knowledge-based systems • Data analysis and design • Data structures and algorithms • Web applications development • Computer games design and development • Distributed software applications • Programming
Assessment method
A wide range of assessment methods are used in this programme, which have been chosen to suit the subject material being taught. The range of assessment methods used in this programme includes in-class tests, assessed practical work, assessed coursework/assignments, and formative assessment through assignment work feedback, practical demonstrations, project report, project presentation and examination. HOW WILL I BE TAUGHT? You will be taught in a variety of ways. This includes lectures, individual presentations, practical’s, independent and group exercise instructions. You will normally attend around 12 hours of timetabled taught sessions each week, and are expected to undertake at least 14–16 further hours of independent study and assignments as required.
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:
- II10
- Institution code:
- F66
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £5000 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £5000 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £5000 | Year 1 |
Wales | £5000 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £5000 | Year 1 |
EU | £5000 | Year 1 |
International | £7500 | 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
Provider information
University Centre Farnborough
Boundary Road
Farnborough
GU14 6SB
Clearing contact details
Admissions Office
01252 407028