Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?
Higher National Diploma - HND
Isle of Wight College
Full Time
15-SEP-25
2 Years
Select a course option
Higher National Diploma - HND
Isle of Wight College
Full time
15-SEP-25
2 Years
Select a an exam type
From smartphone apps to the networks that connect communities and businesses across the world, computing is behind the systems millions of people rely on every day.On this HND Computing course, you'll prepare yourself for further study or employment in the computing industry. You'll learn about topics such as programming, networking, business intelligence and IT security and get to apply what you learn on a work placement and on community projects.When you complete the course, you'll have the skills, knowledge and experience to start a career in the computing industry. You could also top up your HND to a Bachelor's degree.
What you'll experienceOn this course, you'll:- Learn skills relevant to your future career from staff who have experience working in the industry- Get an insight into how to use computing to develop community opportunities and enhance lives- Tailor what you learn to your interests and career aspirations- Access the latest learning resources, journals and publications- Get experience of working in the computing industry on a work placement- Have further opportunities to apply what you learn in the community, by running computing events, for exampleThe course takes place at Stanmore College, but you still have access to the University of Portsmouth's student support services and community including study support, the Students’ Union and the library's online resources.
Careers and opportunitiesThe computing expertise you develop on this course will set you up for employment in areas including systems design and analysis, commercial or scientific systems development and web development.What jobs can you do with a Computing HND?Roles you could go into could include:- business continuity analyst- software engineer- web developer- systems analyst- computer programmer- online course developerIf you want to continue your studies, you can top up your HND to a Bachelor's degree by joining the final year of the BSc (Hons) Computing course.After you leave the University, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.
Exam type
A levelA level:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Scottish Higher:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Scottish Advanced Higher:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
UCAS Tariff:
24 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
PPP Grades / Points required
T Level:
M Grades / Points required
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
An A level in a computing related subject
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications
An Advanced Higher in a computing related subject
24 points from an A level in a computing related subject, or Level 3 vocational equivalent (diploma/ extended diploma), or equivalent industry experience in a relevant field.
Pass the Access to HE Diploma (Computing based).
A Higher Level in a computing related subject.
Must be in a computing discipline
Acceptable T Level Subjects:T Level in Digital: Digital Production, Design and Development, T Level in Digital Business Services, T Level in Digital Support and Services, T Level in Science, T Level in Engineering and Manufacturing Design and Development, T Level in Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing, T Level in Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control, T Level in Accounting (If mathematical components are passed), T Level in Finance (If mathematical components are passed)
Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate including 24 points from an A level in a computing related subject, plus the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate.
Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.
Students living in
England
£6,165 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£6,165 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£6,165 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£6,165 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£6,165 per year
Students from Channel Islands
This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£6,165 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£19,200 per year
Students from International
This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
The University of Portsmouth is located in the centre of the UK’s only island city....