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BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (General)
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Duration: 18 Months
Admissions: January, April and September |
Fee Structure: £4,500
Examinations: End of each term |
Introduction
Gaining recognition with BTEC Higher Nationals
BTEC Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) have long been the qualifications of choice for students wishing to study in their specialism at Higher Education level. BTEC HNDs are studied by over 60 000 people per annum in universities, higher education institutions and colleges in the UK and in over 100 countries worldwide. Edexcel's BTEC Higher National qualifications are developed with and for industry, therefore meeting the needs of employers. It is this that has led to BTEC Higher Nationals being so successful.
Crucially, successful BTEC Higher National graduates:
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have the ability to progress into suitable employment in the workplace
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can gain accreditation and valuable continuing professional development when in employment
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are able to gain exemptions and progress onto Honours Degree programmes in relevant subjects
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are able to apply for membership of professional bodies.
Progression to degree
Edexcel's academic and vocational qualifications allow students to progress to university in many countries. BTEC Higher Nationals are an ideal alternative progression route. There are many examples of students studying their BTEC Higher National locally before entering the second or even final year of a degree in another country, including the UK (for international students), USA and Australia.
In the UK students graduating from BTEC HND/HNC programmes are able to progress to honours degree programmes, but the requirements will vary according to the receiving institution.
For International students the following is a list of universities and Higher Education Institutes which have signed a memorandum of understanding with Edexcel stating that they will accept students with BTEC HNDs in Business, Computing or Electrical/Electronic Engineering on to the third year of a same subject 3-year degree programme:
University of Huddersfield
University College Northampton
Nottingham Trent University
University of Plymouth
University of Salford
Southampton Institute of Higher Education
(from August 05 Southampton Solent University)
University of the West of England
BTEC HND in Computing (General)
What is a BTEC Higher National Diploma?
The BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) is a specialist vocational programme with a strong work related emphasis. The qualification provides a thorough grounding in the key concepts and practical skills required in the sector with national recognition by employers allowing progression direct into employment or to degree.
What are the entry requirements?
You will normally need to have at least one of the following:
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a BTEC National Certificate or Diploma in an appropriate area
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an AVCE/GNVQ in an appropriate vocational area
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a GCE A Level profile which demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or an adequate performance in more than one GCE subject. This profile is likely to be supported by GCSE grades at level A-C
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other related Level 3 qualifications
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an Access to Higher Education Certificate awarded by an approved further education institution
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related work experience.
More mature learners may present a more varied profile of achievement that is likely to include extensive work experience (paid and/or unpaid) and/or achievement of a range of professional qualifications in their work sector.
What is the course structure?
Six core units:
Computer Platforms (H1)
Systems Analysis (H2)
Programming Concepts (H1)
Database Design Concepts (H1)
Networking Concepts (H1)
Personal Skills Development (H1)
Two compulsory specialist units:
Information Systems Project (H2)
Information Systems (H2)
Select eight of the following specialist units:
Quality Systems (H2)
Financial Systems (H1)
Networking Technology (H2)
Data Analysis and Design (H2)
Management in IT (H1)
End-User Support (H1)
MS Office Solution Development (H2) #
Multimedia Design and Authoring (H1)
Website Design (H1)
Internet Server Management (H2) #
Work Experience (H1)
Human Computer Interface (H1)
Project Management (H2)
e-Business Strategy (H2)
e-Business Development (H1)
e-Business Technology (H1)
e-Business Project (H2)
Professional Development (H1)
Knowledge Systems (H2)
Visual Programming (H2)
At least 8 of the 16 units selected must be designated at H2 level
# These units map to the Microsoft Official Curriculum
This qualification has been accredited as Edexcel Level 5 BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (General)
How is the course assessed?
Each unit is internally assessed and graded by lecturers. Grades awarded are Pass, Merit or Distinction. There is no overall grade awarded for this qualification.
What can I do at the end of the course?
A key progression path for BTEC Higher National Diploma learners is to the third year of a degree or honours degree programme, depending on the match of the BTEC Higher National units to the degree programme in question. Alternatively, successful candidates can enter employment or undertake further more specialist study.
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