The entry qualifications for the Computing HNC are a MMP profile on a Computing Level 3 course or a related subject or an Access to HE qualification (minimum 80 new UCAS points).

You will also need to have GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above, or Functional Skills Level 2 and/or minimum IELTS score of 6.

Individual cases will be considered, as well as relevant work experience will also be taken in to consideration if you fall outside any of the above entry qualifications.

If you are concerned about the above entry requirements alternative courses available are the Access to HE.

The Computing HNC will take you one year to complete. You will study at College in a classroom/workshop for one and a half days a week, with a further private study session for half a day on campus, 9:00am - 4:15pm.

You will also need to undertake around 60 independent study hours per unit within the HNC. This will include reading and completing the assessment tasks.

You can also study this course over 2 years, please enquire for more information.

The Computing HNC will cost you £7100.

Fees may vary depending on personal circumstances, please enquire for further information.

You can apply for a student loan to cover the costs of course fees. You may also be able to apply for various grants and loans to support your learning. Specific advice regarding student loans and other benefits can be obtained from www.gov.uk/student-finance. The careers team based in college can also assist your application. Please contact them via the Information Line on 01205 313218.

Please note that all fees are subject to change.

The assessment of Pearson BTEC Higher National qualifications is criterion-referenced, and you will provide evidence in the form of written assignments and practical which are assessed against the unit learning outcomes and assessment criteria.

Most of the HNC units will be assessed through two assignments with the first assignment covering the theory and the second assignment covering practical aspects of a unit. All units are individually graded as pass, merit or distinction. A pass is awarded for the achievement of all outcomes against the specified assessment criteria. Merit and distinction grades are awarded for higher-level achievement.

The Pearson HNC in Computing for England qualification is highly valued by employers and can lead to careers in Network Engineering, Software Engineering, Data Analytics, Security, Intelligent Systems and Applications Development. The qualification also offers progression routes to the professional qualifications offered by organisations like the British Computer Society (BCS). A potential progression path for Pearson BTEC HNC is on to the Pearson BTEC HND and do a third-year top-up for a full BSc degree at university.

Alternatively, you may also progress to the second year of a BSc degree in Computer Science at university.

Additional costs include the purchase of your own stationery, but printing for the course is free. Educational trips may need to be paid for. You will have some books recommended to you for the course, and these are available to borrow from the College library.