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BTEC Higher National Certificate in Computing (General)

BTEC

In St Helens ()

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Description

  • Type

    BTEC

  • Duration

    5 Years

Students are required to complete 10 units, comprising of five mandatory units and five optional units. Mandatory units include Computer Platforms, Systems Analysis, programming Concepts,Database Design Concepts, Information systems and Information Systems Project. Students are provided with a choice of optional units that they want to study. Where possible choices will be catered for, subject.

Important information

Government funding available

About this course

To enrol on this programme you should be aged 18 or over and possess one of the following: - at least one GCE A Level pass with appropriate supporting passes (C or above) at GCSE level - a BTEC National Certificate or Diploma, or a GNVQ Advanced, in any discipline - AVCE Single/Double Award in any discipline - Any qualifications deemed equivalent to the above applications from mature students...

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Course programme

BTEC Higher National Certificate in Computing (General)
Revised NQF Level: Level 5 2008/2009

Programme Code: MSHHC
Awarding Body: BTEC
Related Programme Areas: COMPUTING
HIGHER EDUCATION
IT

Who is the programme for? The Higher National Certificate in Computing is designed for who are employed or wish to be employed in a wide variety of types of computing role in industry, the public or education sectors. It also provides a route for those who wish to progress to higher education vocational qualifications such as a degree in Computing or related area.

What will I study? Students are required to complete 10 units, comprising of five mandatory units and five optional units. Mandatory units include Computer Platforms, Systems Analysis, programming Concepts,Database Design Concepts, Information systems and Information Systems Project. Students are provided with a choice of optional units that they want to study. Where possible choices will be catered for, subject to demand and staff availability. To satisfy the number of optional units required, students can also select a sample of optional units, which include: Network Concepts, Personal Skills Development, Visual Programming, Website design and MS office Solutions Development.Please note the ability to offer units is dependent on demand, but every effort will be made to provide a variety of options.

Entry to the Programme?

How is it assessed? The performance of each student will be assessed continuously within each unit, through completion of a number of written and practical assignments.

Future prospects? The programme is a nationally recognised qualification designed with career progression and professional recognition in mind. Consequently many professional bodies recognise the Higher Nationals in Computing as providing exemptions to varying levels of their awards. Students may also wish to progress on to a Degree programme in a computing or a related discipline.

When will the programme start? The evening programme is structured on a modular basis throughout the year. The standard entry is in September although it is possible to join the course at various points in the year.

How long will it take? It is usual for a student to complete the full award (10 units) within 2 years, although there is no time limit. BTEC registration covers a period of 5 years.

What about the Money? You may be exempt from paying the full programme costs if you fall into one of our fee remission categories. Please enquire at Student Services for details of all our fee remission categories.

How do I apply? Complete an application form and return it to Student Services, you will then be asked to attend College for an interview. Enrol at any of our Enrolment days.

Campus Address: Town Centre Campus

Entry Requirements
To enrol on this programme you should be aged 18 or over and possess one of the following: - at least one GCE A Level pass with appropriate supporting passes (C or above) at GCSE level - a BTEC National Certificate or Diploma, or a GNVQ Advanced, in any discipline - AVCE Single/Double Award in any discipline - Any qualifications deemed equivalent to the above applications from mature students with relevant work experience may be considered for entry onto the programme, especially if they have the ability and motivation to succeed. All applications will be considered.

BTEC Higher National Certificate in Computing (General)

Price on request