Full Time Computing (General) - BTEC HND

Course Code:
N3204

Study Type:
Full Time

Academic Level:
Higher Ed

Awarded by:
Edexcel

Course Length:
2 years full-time. The timetable will normally be spread over 3 days within the hours of 9am-5pm

Course Summary:
The full-time BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) at Nescot is a specialist 2-year vocational programme with a strong work related emphasis. The qualification will give you a thorough grounding in the key concepts and practical skills required in the sector is nationally recognised by employers allowing you to progress directly into employment within the IT sector or on to a degree in IT.

Course Details:
Each academic year of the course is divided into two semesters. Students cover five modules in each semester in the first year and four modules each semester in the second year. Assessment will be via assignment work with all units contributing to the final award. Practical and group activities will be important features in all units.

Teaching & Learning Methods
Various teaching and learning methods will be used in the classroom to ensure your learning experience is positive and rewarding. Classroom activities may involve group work, peer assessment, role play, discussion, written work and assignment work.

External visits may be organised as appropriate to complement the programme of activities in the classroom.

Modules/units:

The course is made up of 16 units over 2 years. The course offer is likely to consist of the following modules although changes may be made to this list:

Year 1

• Computer Platforms
• Database Design Concepts
• Information Systems
• Personal Skills Development
• Project Management
• Systems Analysis
• Website Design
• Information Systems Project

Year 2

• Data Analysis and Design
• Networking Concepts
• Programming Concepts
• Visual Programming
• End User Support
• Management in IT
• Software Development
• Networking Technology

Career Progression:
Past students have gained positions in user training, software development, IT user support and network administration

Many students continue in Higher Education and successfully convert their HND qualification into an Honours degree in Computing.