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UCAS Code: Not applicable | Higher National Certificate - HNC
Entry requirements
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
UCAS Tariff
Standard entry applicants must have a sound academic profile, represented by: - Two GCSEs at Grade C or above, to include English or Welsh Language and Mathematics/Numeracy (or equivalent qualifications) - Level 3 qualification: - 88 UCAS tariff points from at least 2 A Levels. (The Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate will be considered). - QCF BTEC Extended Diploma with an overall grade of Merit-Merit-Pass - 48 UCAS tariff points (at least a Pass for 45 credits) from an Access to Higher Education Diploma.
About this course
The HNC in Computing serves as a pathway to a career in the computing field. If you’re looking to enhance your learning and qualifications, have ambitions of progressing in your current role, or looking to find new employment opportunities, this course is for you!
The HNC in Computing serves as a pathway to a career in the computing field. It enhances your technical expertise through practical learning and a comprehensive exploration of the computing industry.
You will expand your knowledge, understanding, and skills to:
- pursue a successful career in the computing industry, encompassing areas such as software design, computer networking, and more.
- progress to the next level of study: 1 year to convert your HNC Computing into a HND Computing.
Modules
The modules provide a comprehensive introduction to the core concepts of programming and networking essentials,
including protocols, security, and their operations. You will gain an understanding of database design and development while
deepening your knowledge of security, its associated risks, and the potential impacts of security breaches on organisations.
Assessment methods
This programme will include lectures and workshop sessions.
You will have to complete presentations and written assignments as you progress through the programme.
Tuition fees
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The Uni
Neath College
School of Computing and Information Technology
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