Level 3 Access to HE Computing

Course Team Leader: Verwijs, Andre

Course Level: Level 3

Course Type: Full Time

Curriculum Area Description: Computing

How to Apply: Interview
Entry Requirements: Good communication and numeracy skills
Substantial work or parenting experience
Not previously studied at level 3
Substantial IT related experienc3e - either through employment or personal use

Study Hours: 15
Nº of Weeks:36

Additional Timetabling: Overseas students are required to complete 15hrs/wk over 36 wks

Work Placement: No
Work Placement Attendence: Optional

Course Progression: Successful students progress to university to study Computing at HNC, HND, degree or Foundation degree level

Careers Progression: The course gives skills appropriate for work within an IT department as a trainee programmer, technician, web page creator, database administrator.

Course Description:
This is an intensive course for mature students who do not have formal qualifications but do want to go onto study Computing at University. You should have experience of and be enthusiastic about using computers

Description Breakdown:
Lectures (Theory) - 70%, Computing Labs (Practical) - 15%, Assessments - 15%. A tutorial system helps you with your work and planning. Access to a computer outside of your class times with broadband internet connection is essential. Subjects studied include:
networking, computer hardware, programming, systems analysis and design, website design, software skills, research skills, Maths and English.

Assessment Description: Continuous

Nº Places Available: 40

Trips Residentials: Visits to HE Fairs are organised during the course.
Visits to IT-related events are also available.

Qualification: OCNEMR Access to Computing

Tuition Fees: 500
Material Fees: 40
Exams Fees: 0
Exam Registration: 0
Residential Fees: 0
Total Fees: 540

Additional Costs Total: 0