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Higher National Certificate - HNC
North Notts College - Worksop Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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Higher National Certificate - HNC
North Notts College - Worksop Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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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 EnglishLevel 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.