Gateshead College
UCAS Code: ICT8 | Higher National Certificate - HNC
Entry requirements
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Requirements for the course are Merit at UAL or MMM at BTEC L3. If you have not achieved these grades your applications are still welcome but will be subject to an interview and portfolio check. GCSE English and Maths at grade 9-4 (A*-C). We welcome applications from mature students without these qualifications but with relevant experience. An interview is required.
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About this course
Our Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Digital Technologies, specialising in Cyber Security & Cloud Networking is paving the way for aspiring professionals like yourself.
This isn't just a program; it's a dynamic Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ), designed to not only meet but to also exceed industry standards. As you embark on this transformative journey, you're not just stepping into a classroom – you're stepping into the future of digital possibilities within the world of Cyber and Cloud technologies.
In our HTQ-accredited HNC program, we blend foundational digital principles with specialised units in Cyber Security, Programming, and Networking in the Cloud.
This isn't about theoretical learning; it's about practical, hands-on experience that directly aligns with what employers are seeking.
This qualification is preparing you for the challenges of the real-world digital landscape we have created this curriculum with our partners at Cyber North to ensure this exactly what you get.
We work with our partners to ensure that the modules are specifically tailored to the digital industry and there is clear progression to the world of work, apprenticeships or an HND course.
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