Course summary
Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in Computing Plus provide a wide-ranging study of the computing sector and is designed for students who wish to pursue or advance their career in computing. In addition to the knowledge, understanding and skills that underpin the study of the computing sector, Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in Computing Plus give students experience of the breadth and depth of the sector that will prepare them for further study or training
Modules
Students will develop a broad knowledge and awareness of key aspects of the computing sector at Level 4 through six core units (mandatory), which include one unit assessed by a Pearson-set assignment, and two further optional units at Level 4. The core units are: Programming Networking Professional Practice Database Design & Development Security Managing a Successful Computing Project (Pearson-set) The Specialist units are: Computer Systems Architecture Website Design & Development Cisco “CCNA Routing and Switching” materials are embedded in the BTEC L4 HND in computing plus programme. Actual Specialist units may be subject to change if sufficient number of students decide to follow one of the six specialist pathways offered by Pearson. The course will also develop a broad range of transferable skills, which include communicating, teamwork, planning & organising, problem solving, IT skills and numerical techniques. The course also includes two vendor qualifications delivered during term breaks: CompTIA A+ Network+ CompTIA certificates will be administrated separately through Pearson VUE testing centres, which we offer in Uxbridge College and delivered during the student breaks, i.e. December, February, April & May. Passing or failing the two vendor qualifications tests will have no impact on the BTEC HNC Computing Plus progression. Study Methods: 75% classroom-based learning supervised by a tutor 20% work-based learning supervised by a tutor 5% e-Learning supervised by a tutor in real time, guest speakers and field trips (Optional). Students will attend college for 15 hours – over three days. Students are expected to complete approximately 22.5 hours per week of independent study (i.e. on research in LRC and completing assignments).
Assessment method
Assessment is through a series of assignments including 95% written assignments, 3% group work, 1% presentations and 1% Time-constrained assessments.
How to apply
31Jan
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:
- HD5P
- Institution code:
- U95
- Campus name:
- Uxbridge College - Hayes Community Campus
- Campus code:
- 2
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
For more information, see our web page link here: https://www.uxbridgecollege.ac.uk/college-information/international.html
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 - 64 points
Mature students with appropriate related industry experience are encouraged to apply.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Additional entry requirements
Interview
English language requirements
All students who are non-native English speakers and who have not undertaken their final two years of schooling in English, must demonstrate capability in English at a standard equivalent to IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent.
GCSE English and maths at A* to C (or equivalent)
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £6500* | Year 1 |
| England | £6500* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6500* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6500* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6500* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £6500* | Year 1 |
| International | £8500* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
The fees quoted are for home and overseas students for one year of study and include tuition, exam fee, ID card (which gives access to the college and facilities e.g. library) and college registration.
Provider information
Harrow, Richmond & Uxbridge College
Park Road
Hillingdon
UB8 1NQ