Course Summary

This applied computing degree has been developed in collaboration with organisations including Ayo Media and Hedgehog Lab to ensure you study course content relevant to the sector. This degree is perfect if you want to keep your options open as you will study a broad range of topics including networking, software and web and project management and develop enhanced knowledge of html, CSS, PHP, java (OOP), MySQL and security of websites. You will work collaboratively with an employer on a website redevelopment project to gain real-work experience and develop your professional skills. You will also have the opportunity to study a Microsoft Technical Associate (MTA) qualification of your choice. This degree meets a digital skills gap in the region by producing well-rounded, employable students with enhanced knowledge of a wide range of computing principles. As part of this course you will gain real-work experience by working collaboratively with local employers on a range of projects to meet business needs. You may also have the opportunity to attend industry conferences. Once you successfully complete your degree you may decide to progress onto our BSc (Hons) Applied Computing (Top-Up) degree. Or you may decide that you want to go into employment and look for roles such as a network engineer, junior software developer, project manager, web developer or data analyst.

Course Details - Modules

Year One: Information Systems and Databases • Network Design Fundamentals • Programming Fundamentals • Dynamic Website Development • Personal Development or Recognition of Prior Learning • Work Related Learning • Academic Study Skills. Year Two: Object Orientated Programming • Secure Website Development • Intelligent Systems • Internet of Things • Professional Development • Work Based Learning.

Course Details – Assessment Method

The degree is taught through • Practical sessions • Seminars • Tutorials • Lectures. Students are assessed through: • Assignments • Portfolios • Reports • Presentations • Group projects • Practical assessments • Vivas.

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: G400

Institution code: N23

Campus Name: Main Site

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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

Please contact Admissions through undergraduate@ncl-coll.ac.uk.


Applicants are normally expected to have achieved grade C(4) in GCSE Mathematics and English Language.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

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English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 91%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 0%

Go onto work and study: 0%

Fees and funding

EU 9000.0 Year 1
England 9000.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9000.0 Year 1
Scotland 9000.0 Year 1
Wales 9000.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

Rye Hill Campus
Scotswood Road
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 7SA

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