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Course summary
Delivered at our Chippenham campus and awarded by Pearson, this course is designed to offer you a wide range of opportunities to learn about the Computing sector.
Throughout the course, you will enjoy a variety of teaching techniques that include practical activities as well as opportunities to apply your new skills to real life situations.
The course also supports the delivery of apprenticeships and occupational standards at level 5.
The course is awarded by Pearson and click on the link below to find out more about Higher National qualifications: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec-higher-nationals/about.html
Modules
The course includes modules in the following subjects:
Year 1
Programming
Networking
Professional Practice
Database Design and Development
Security
Planning a Computing Project
Cyber Security
Management in a Digital Economy
Year 2
Applied Cryptography in the Cloud
Computer Forensics
Information Security Management
Computer Research Project
Business Process Support
Plus, two optional:
Internet of Things
Emerging technologies
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- D1T3
- Institution code:
- W74
- Campus name:
- Chippenham
- Campus Code:
- C
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
At least 4 GCSEs at grade C (4) or above including English and Maths (or equivalent level 2 qualifications) plus one or more of the following:
- 48 UCAS Tariff Points from an appropriate level 3 vocational programme (e.g. BTEC National Diploma).
- A Level 3 Extended Diploma or GCE AS / A Level or a 6 unit Vocational A Level.
- Success in an Access to Higher Education Diploma.
- Formally assessed outcomes acquired through recognised prior learning or experience.
Applications from mature candidates are welcomed and considered on an individual basis.
Where English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent qualification will normally be required.
Applicants without the qualifications specified will be considered based on their ability to study the subject at the required level.
HNC (BTEC) - P
A level 4 qualification in an appropriate I.T. related subject such as HNC Digital Technologies or an equivalent qualification.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
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| England | £6185 | Year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £6185 | Year 1 |
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| Scotland | £6185 | Year 1 |
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| Wales | £6185 | Year 1 |
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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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