BTEC
Higher National Diploma Computing
Two
Year Course
Course
Content
The HND
in Computing is designed to prepare students for a career in the
computing industry, either as an application programmer or as system
analyst/designer. The course is designed so that students acquire the
skills and knowledge demanded by business and commercial organisations.
Subjects
covered include:
Year
1
-
Analysis
of Database Design
-
Computer
Architecture
-
Computer
Hardware and Software
-
Fundamentals
of Programming
-
Programming
in Java
-
Systems
and Data
-
Systems
Modelling
Year
2
-
Computer
Project
-
Computing
Double Project
-
Networking
-
O -
O Systems Design
-
Visual
Basic Programming
Method
of Assessment
Students
are assessed continuously with formal examinations for some modules.
Entry
Requirements
In
association with De Montfort University the College offers four Higher
National Diplomas (HNDs). These Are listed in the UCAS handbook under
the University's ''table of associate and linked colleges and
campuses" (see DEM D26, Campus code Z). An additional HND in Travel
and Tourism is offered through a consortium arrangement.
-
HND
business and Finance UCAS Course Code - 105G
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HND
Computing UCAS Course Code - 421N
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HND
Health and Care UCAS Course Code - 006B
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HND
Sport UCAS Course Code - 045L
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HND
Travel and Tourism Contact Student Services for UCAS Code
To
apply for HND courses applicant should normally meet one of the
following criteria:
-
1
Possess an appropriate BTEC National Certificate, National Diploma,
Advanced GNVQ or equivalent qualification.
-
2
Have studied two subjects to A level with a pass in at least one
subject and four passes at GCSE level (grade 'C' or above),
preferably including English and Maths.
The College also welcomes applications for HND programmes from mature
students (candidates aged 21 and over at commencement of their course)
who are unable to meet normal entry requirements but who have relevant
previous experience.
Applications for these courses should normally be made through UCAS.
However, if
you require assistance please contact the Head of Student Services on
01476 400249.
Opportunities
On
completion of this course students can choose either to go straight into
industry or progress onto further studies. Students with appropriate
levels of achievement have the opportunity to progress, without loss of
time, to the BSc (Hons) in Computing at De Montfort University.
Distinction level diplomates may be accepted for direct entry to level 3
of relevant degree programmes at other universities. |