Computer Science and Digital Technologies FdSc
Blackpool and the Fylde College
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On this programme you will produce work in a range of computer science disciplines, including configuring network infrastructure, practically applying contemporary practices that support a wide range of digital systems.You will design and develop database-driven systems, including information systems that form a core part of modern business. You will become familiar with emerging cyber security trends as well as how to apply them to secure databases and websites.You will prepare for careers ...Read more

On this programme you will produce work in a range of computer science disciplines, including configuring network infrastructure, practically applying contemporary practices that support a wide range of digital systems.You will design and develop database-driven systems, including information systems that form a core part of modern business. You will become familiar with emerging cyber security trends as well as how to apply them to secure databases and websites.You will prepare for careers that are in demand as well as those that may not yet have been created. Significant practical content is complemented by a raft of transferrable skills that will enable you to be adaptive in an evolving sector and across a range of disciplines. Our cutting-edge curriculum, high quality resources, friendly and skilled staff and supportive environment will give you the best opportunities to excel in the future.Key elements of the programme include:Setting up network infrastructure and configuring servers, using current practices employed in evolving DevOps contexts to support a wide variety of digital projects, using PowerShell and Windows Server, as well as alternative technologies.Investigation of emerging cyber security threats and practices, performing penetration tests on web servers to identify security holes and then patch them ensuring robust solutions.Development of a number of database-driven projects, including developing an information system prototype.General software engineering skills, including working with databases; sharing data between distributed components of applications; requirements gathering; producing technical designs and working to established development methodologies; and developing and testing interfaces, all of which increase the range of careers you can pursue both in and out of software and web development.Analysis of organisational structures in the industry and development teams and building workplace skills.

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Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 85 = 15% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
15%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
84%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering graduate salary at this uni
£27,000
UK Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering graduate salary
£27,000
What students say
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Samuel
04 Jul 24

Overall amazing experience never made it to campus unfortunately as it was too far away but the support and feel is second to none! Seriously now considering further education..Read more

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Daniel
06 Jul 23

Great tutors..Read more

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Entry requirements

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UCAS Tariff

UCAS Tariff:

64 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

MPP Grades / Points required

From any level 3 Computing/IT, Computer Science or Technology qualification

Pass Full Access to HE Diploma in relevant subject area

From any level 3 Computing/IT, Computer Science or Technology qualification

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England

£9,000 per year

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£9,000 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,000 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,000 per year

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Samuel
04 Jul 24
Network Engineering (Systems Administration) FdSc
Overall amazing experience never made it to campus unfortunately as it was too far away but the support and feel is second to none! Seriously now considering further education...
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Blackpool and the Fylde College
Ashfield Road Blackpool Lancashire FY2 0HB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Layton  1.1 miles away

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