Course summary

The HTQ/HND in Computing is an established, two-year technical qualification that is highly respected throughout the computing industry. On successful completion of a BTEC Higher National qualification, learners can progress into employment, Higher Apprenticeships, or continue onto the third year of an undergraduate degree programme at University to study the same or a related subject. You will learn through a variety of taught lectures and seminars, practical workshops and self-directed study sessions. Units are delivered through a combination of lectures and classroom-based activities, as well as practical workshop practice (both supported and self-directed), which are all reinforced by group and individual-based learning outside of your normal timetabled sessions, including the use of two formal study weeks at key points during the academic year. The UK as a whole has a significant shortfall of specialist and skilled IT and computing personnel, and recent industrial statistics have shown that IT and computing skills are in demand, in particular when combined with the ability to manage projects. The two-year HTQ/HND programme is a Level 5 qualification equivalent to the second year of a university-level course. You will develop theoretical knowledge and practical skills over a wide range of computing applications using industry-standard software and equipment, whilst learning in a supportive, friendly and professional environment. It is suitable for those who have decided that they clearly wish to enter employment in a specialist field within the Computing sector, or wish to continue with their undergraduate degree studies.

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