Newham College of Further Education
UCAS Code: COMC | Higher National Diploma - HND
Entry requirements
GCE Advanced Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or adequate performance in more than one GCE subject.
Pass on an Access to HE Diploma from an approved Further Education Institution.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Equivalent to the above qualifications.
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Elevate Your Tech Career with Newham College’s HNC and HND in Computing!
Unlock the doors to success in the dynamic world of technology and become a sought-after computing professional.
Embark on a rewarding journey into the ever-evolving field of computing with Newham College’s Higher Nationals in Computing. Welcome to your pathway to success at the heart of cutting-edge education and industry demand!
- **Global Tech Skills:** Acquire top-tier computing skills for success in the UK and global tech industry.
- **International Insights:** Understand the dynamics of international computing operations, navigating challenges and opportunities in the global market.
- **Who is it for?** Perfect for students seeking applied learning and a career in computing. Our Higher Nationals offer a comprehensive study of computing, enabling you to acquire top-tier computing skills for success in the UK and global tech industry.
- **Level 4/5 Achievement:** Master principles and critical evaluation skills for effective problem-solving and decision-making.
**Content**
The purpose of the programme is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals who can meet the demands of employers in the rapidly evolving computing sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. The qualifications also aim to widen access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake them.
The overall aims of the programme are to:
- Provide a thorough grounding in computing principles at Level 4, which leads the student to the progression pathway at Level 5 relating to individual professions within the computing sector.
- Equip individuals with the essential qualities of a computing professional, including integrity, regard for cost and sustainability, as they apply to a range of roles and responsibilities within the sector.
- Enable progression to a higher-level study such as a university degree by supporting the development of academic study skills and the selection of appropriate units for study at Level 5.
- Enable progression to further professional qualifications in specific computing disciplines by mapping the units studied to the requirements of the Professional Bodies applicable to that discipline.
**Assessment**
- Written assignments including essays, projects, and reports
- Demonstrating practical skills
- Completion of portfolio of evidence including observation of practical skills
- Formal examinations/assessments and online assessments as required
**HNC (Year 1) Curriculum**
6 Core Mandatory Units:
- Programming
- Networking
- Professional Practice
- Database Design and Development
- Security
- Planning a Computing Project (Pearson-set)
1 Specialist Mandatory Unit:
- Software Development Lifecycles
1 Optional Unit:
- Strategic Information Systems
- Management in the Digital Economy
- Website Design and Development
- Maths for Computing
- Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Intelligent Systems
**HND (Year 2) Curriculum**
2 Core Mandatory Units:
- Computing Research Project (Pearson-set)
- Business Process Support
5 Optional Units from a choice of 37, including:
- Games Development
- Robotics
- Visual and Augmented Reality Development
- Application Development
- Machine Learning
- Forensics
Modules
Computing Research Project (Pearson-set) and Business Process Support as Core Mandatory Units. 5 Optional Units from a choice of 37, including: Games Development; Robotics; Visual and Augmented Reality Development; Application Development; Machine Learning; Forensics
Assessment methods
Written assignments including essays, projects, and reports; Demonstrating practical skills; Completion of portfolio of evidence including observation of practical skills; Formal examinations/assessments and online assessments as required.
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