This programme is designed to equip you with the knowledge, understanding and skills that are essential for success in the current and future computing industry sector. It will also prepare you for continued study at Higher National Diploma (HND) level. Using the faculty’s IT lab facilities, with technical support and modern classroom settings, you will study a broad range of computing topics that give you an overview of this demanding and exciting industry. Practical sessions include troubleshooting and maintaining computer hardware, programming and configuring and managing local computer networks. How will I be taught and assessed? The programme is delivered through theoretical sessions and practical workshops. In addition, you will be expected to research topics and complete assignments outside class time. You will be assessed through coursework that can be either written work, question and answer sessions or practical demonstrations. You could progress to… By studying this HNC course, you have a range of opportunities within industrial and commercial organisations where a broad based work related education is desirable. This is an established qualification which is recognised by employers within the industry. This programme also gives you the possibility of progression pathways on to the Higher National Diploma (HND) course in year 2. You could go on to careers in… Network engineering, software engineering, cybersecurity or database development in job roles such as: systems analyst, programmer, systems tester, database administrator, IT project manager, IT support technician, security specialist. Units (for guidance only) › Programming › Networking › Database Design and Development › Security › Professional Practice › Managing a Successful Computing Project › Computer Systems Architecture › Data Analytics

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The programme is delivered through theoretical sessions and practical workshops. In addition, you will be expected to research topics and complete assignments outside class time. You will be assessed through coursework that can be either written work, question and answer sessions or practical demonstrations.

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26 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.

Course code: I099

Institution code: E81

Campus Name: Main Site

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

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Student satisfaction : 50%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 70%

Go onto work and study: 70%

EU	7495.0	Year 1
England	7495.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	7495.0	Year 1
Scotland	7495.0	Year 1
Wales	7495.0	Year 1

A reading list will be provided and there will be a number of recommended textbooks that you are encouraged to purchase. Some of these texts will be available through our Learning Resource Centre, both in print and electronically. The college provides every student with free access to Office 365 and associated OneDrive storage. In addition, students have access to Microsoft Imagine software resources, e.g. operating systems, development tools at no additional cost. Students may freely access vendor specific learning resources, e.g. Microsoft Technical Associate (MTA) and sit related certifications exams at a reduced price. Throughout the course students are encouraged to participate in educational visits which may be separately priced.

St Davids Building
Hele Road
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Exeter
EX4 4JS