HNC Computing - HTQ

Course overview

The HNC Computing is taught by experienced industry professionals and aims to develop your theoretical and practical knowledge of computing which will get you equipped with the understanding and skills for success in employment in the Computing industry.

This qualification is classed as a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ), which has been approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education as meeting occupational standards for the relevant sector. This qualification has been developed by awarding bodies in collaboration with employers and businesses to ensure that you get the specific training, knowledge and skills required for your chosen career, whether you’re just starting out within the sector or looking to upskill and retrain.

The HNC course is made up of units at Level 4, with credits awarded for each unit. These units could include:
> Programming
> Networking
> Database Design and Development
> Security
> Professional Practice
> Managing a Successful Computing Project
> Computer Systems Architecture
> Website Design & Development

In addition to the course it is recommended that learners seek employment in a Computing related business.

What else do I need to know?

The course runs on both a full-time and part-time basis with classes held in the daytime. The full-time HNC course lasts for one year and is studied over two full days each week. To complete the HND, a further year would be studied, again two days per week.

The part-time HNC course runs over two years and you will attend college for one afternoon/evening per week. To complete the HND on a part-time basis you will continue to study one afternoon/evening per week for an additional 2 years.

To help you there is a course team of friendly, approachable tutors committed to your success. Your Curriculum Leader and Course Tutors will meet with you regularly to discuss your progress.