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HNC Computing

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Course Overview

This HNC Computing* will provide you with useful foundations for a successful career in computing and technology.

It is a broad-based course that will introduce you to, and develop your knowledge of, aspects of software development, technical support, networking, and web development.

*subject to approval

Special features

  • You will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to follow a career in technical support, software development, and as an IT technician

  • Successful completion of the HNC Computing may allow progression to the second year of the HND Computer Science

  • You can study full-time or part-time to suit your personal and professional circumstances

General Eligibility

  • 1 Scottish Higher at grade C or above and 3 National 5 passes in appropriate subjects, such as Computing Science; Mathematics; English; Engineering; Physics; Chemistry; Music; Business Management; or Design and Manufacture OR

  • 1 A level at grade D or above and 3 GCSEs at grade 4 (or C) in appropriate subjects, such as Computing Science; Mathematics; English; Engineering; Physics; Music; Business Management; Design and Technology; or Environmental Science OR 

  • Any one of the following: NC Digital Media Computing at SCQF level 5 or 6 or a combination of both; NQ Multimedia Computing at SCQF level 5 or 6 or a combination of both; NQ Computer Technologies at SCQF level 5 or 6 or a combination of both; Intermediate 2 Pass in Business, Administration and Computing Studies; SVQ Information Technology at SCQF level 2 or 3 OR

  • a Relevant National Progression Award, such as Computer Games Design; Cyber Security; Digital Media Production; Mobile Technology; or Software Development; or National Units at SCQF level 5 or 6 combined with any of the above

  • Foundation Apprenticeship ICT: Software Development or Foundation Apprenticeship ICT: Hardware/System Support

  • You may be required to attend an interview

  • Applicants without the standard entry requirements listed above are encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis

Part Time Work Details

20 hours work permit for international students

Language Requirement

    • Overall score of 5.5 with no element below 5.0

    • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic3-Min 50

    • TOEFL-Min 69 or above with min 17 in each section

Programme Information
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Course Category

Computing

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Campus Name

Argyll, Inverness, Moray, North, West and Hebrides, Orkney, Perth, Shetland

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Course Level

HNC/HND - Level 4 & 5

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Duration

Full-Time, 1 Year, Part-time: 2 Years

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Available Intake

September

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IELTS Score

5.5

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Tuition Fees Range

7110,

7980, (INT)

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