Course Summary

The HNC in Computing, awarding body Pearson Educational Ltd. is based at our Cheltenham Campus. The course provides a solid grounding in Computing, vendor-accredited qualifications and professional body membership. The course has been designed to equip you with all you need to establish or further your career in IT and Computing. You will be studying a range of topics spanning security, programming and networking. This nationally recognised qualification offers direct progression into our Higher National Diploma in Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity (HND) following the successful completion of this first year. The emphasis in teaching on the HNC is to use a mixture of practical and theoretical assignment briefs so that you can develop your chosen skills. Where possible we use ‘live’ scenarios and topics, including those provided by local businesses. The College offers excellent Computing resources, including our own departmental network and a wide range of professional software and hardware resources. Career Paths Applications developer, CAD technician, cyber security analyst, data analyst, forensic computer analyst, game designer, games developer, information systems manager, IT consultant, machine learning engineer, SEO specialist, UX designer, web designer.

Course Details - Modules

Core Modules: - Programming - Networking - Professional Practice - Database Design and Development - Security - Managing a successful computing project And 2 optional from: - Computer Systems Architecture - Software Development Lifecycles - Data Analytics - Strategic Information Systems (This list is not exhaustive) The exact combination of units delivered can be discussed with students during the application stage.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

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.

Application Codes

Course code: ITHC

Institution code: G45

Campus Name: Cheltenham

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

Gloucestershire College will recognise other/combinations of equivalent Level 3 qualifications to meet the UCAS Tariff point requirement.


Mature students (over 21) are welcome and encouraged to apply. Any mature applicants that do not meet the UCAS point requirement will be assessed in terms of appropriate experience, knowledge, or industry-based qualifications. We will consider prior learning, life experience and/or work experience but also explore alternative options with you to set you on your path to your goal.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
Cambridge English Advanced
IELTS (Academic) 4.5 Across all skills.
TOEFL (iBT) 53.0

To study Higher Education at Gloucestershire College, normally applicants will be required to have GCSE English and Mathematics grade 4 (C) or above (or equivalent). The College will consider Functional Skills Qualification in English and Maths at Level 2. The ability to demonstrate the required level of proficiency in English and Maths, through an appropriate assessment at the College’s discretion may be considered. All decisions are based on an applicant's individual circumstances and the College will approach each application on a case by case basis.

Unistats information

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Fees and funding

England 6700.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 6700.0 Year 1
Scotland 6700.0 Year 1
Wales 6700.0 Year 1
International 9000.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

Gloucestershire College
Princess Elizabeth Way
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Cheltenham
GL51 7SJ

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