Barnsley College University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
This one year programme will build on the learning you have undertaken while studying a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing. It has been approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) and is a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ), which has been approved as meeting occupational standards. You will have the opportunity to focus on one of the following three specialised study areas: Software Engineering, Network Engineering or Data analytics
This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.
Modules
You will choose one of the following specialist study areas: Software Engineering – including units such as data structures and algorithms, applied programming and design principles, discrete maths, applied cryptography, information security management and forensic. Network Engineering – including units such as transport network design, cloud computing and network security. Data analytics – including a computing research project, business process support, advanced programming for data analysis, machine learning, big data analytics and visualisations, systems analysis and e-commerce.
Assessment method
You will be taught through lectures, practical sessions and independent learning. We foster a culture of independent learning and decision making that will develop your problem solving and analytical skills. You will complete project-based assessments which will combine several units to give you an employment-based assessment. The teaching will reflect the project approach and will include aspects of teamworking.
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
- Course code:
- CSDD
- Institution code:
- B13
- Campus name:
- Barnsley College Higher Education Church Street Campus
- Campus code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
We are not currently accepting international applications
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
HNC (BTEC)
You will be required to have a successful interview with the tutor
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.barnsley.ac.uk/course/computing-and-systems-development-higher-national-diploma-hnd/
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6165 | 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.
Provider information
Barnsley College University Centre
PO Box No 266
Church Street
Barnsley
S70 2YW