Course Summary

This HND offers students practical knowledge and skills in using computing technology and its application to different situations and contexts found in business and industry. The course has a focus on general computing in networking, security, programming and databases, and managing projects. This two-year course develops additional skills in cloud computing and artificial intelligence as well as application development. This course allows for the student to investigate a range of differing computing options and allows for the students to develop skills in technical applications, critical analysis and academic independence. The teaching approach is for small groups, as well as one to one learning in a supportive environment. The HND's intention is to equip students with the practical and academic skills needed to start careers in IT Support, Software Development, and Networking.

Course Details - Modules

Year 1 Core Mandatory Units Managing a Successful Computing Project Professional Practice Networking Security Programming Database Design and Development Two Additional Units Website Design & Development Strategic Information Systems Year 2 Core Mandatory Units Computing Research Project Business Intelligence Cloud Computing Artificial Intelligence, and Application Development Two Additional Units Network Security Emerging Technologies

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessment is through course work, assignments, individual or group projects.

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: 006I

Institution code: S26

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Year 2

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

For entry into the second year of the HND Computing course a minimum of 120 credits at Merit profile or above and must be in a relevant subject.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements


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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

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Students who are non-native English speakers, or who have not studied the final two years of school in English, but can demonstrate capability in English at a standard commensurate to IELTS 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 being awarded on individual sections for a level 4, 5 or 6 qualification, will be considered as eligible to apply for the programme/course.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

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

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Fees and funding

EU 6500.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 6500.0 Year 1
Republic of Ireland 6500.0 Year 1
England 6500.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 6500.0 Year 1
Scotland 6500.0 Year 1
Wales 6500.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Solihull College & University Centre are not a licenced student sponsor institution for UK student visas; therefore, we are unable to accept applications from students that require a student visa to enter the UK.

Provider information

Blossomfield Road
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Solihull
B91 1SB

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