Computing (part-time)

Two years part-time.

The course aims to provide the skills and expertise required for a career within computer systems hardware, computer networking, software development or internet technology. A hands-on approach is employed and students have good access to up-to-date PC and workstation hardware and software.

A key advantage of these computing courses is that all students share a common first stage with flexible progression onto any of the Computing degree courses. For students completing the HND, transfer to the BSc (Hons) courses is possible at the end of stages one or two, depending on grades.

Stage one

Stage one of the Computing courses is common to all and focuses on the fundamental computing principles. These are covered in the four stage one modules of computer systems, computer communications, internet technology and problem solving and programming.

Stage two

In stage two, the subjects specialise to develop further areas within computing. Students study modern networks, operating systems, internet programming and database technology.

• Modular curriculum with opportunities for module selection to suit an individual's chosen career pathway
• High practical content to reinforce academic underpinnings in specialist laboratories
• Common first year with flexible progression onto any of the computing degree courses
• Acquisition of highly relevant vocational skills

• Computer communications
• Computing mathematics
• Database technology
• Group project
• Internet programming
• Modern networks
• Systems design and development
• Operating systems
• Problem solving and programming
• Software engineering

Students are assessed by a variety of coursework only or coursework and end-of-stage examinations depending on the module.

Excellent career prospects exist within computer systems hardware, computer networking, software development or internet technology.