Computing (Mobile Computing) HND

• Overview

  This two year programme initially introduces a range of fundamental principles pertinent to computing and computer technology. This means that you will be able to relate your specialist discipline to the wider computing subject.

  Whatever your ambitions, we’re here to help you to achieve them. We’ll support you to identify the skills you’re learning during your course, find your strengths and secure practical experience so that when it comes to applying for jobs or further study you’ll feel confident in standing out from the crowd. We’ve created the Northampton Employment Promise because we are so confident that if you focus on your studies and complete one of our awards you’ll be highly employable by the time you graduate. Putting you in a great position to secure employment or continue your studies.

  Course

  Highlights

  • Progression course available.
  • Emphasis on practical learning
  • Student Support Initiative
  • Guaranteed paid internship with the Northampton Employment Promise.

  HP Laptop and software included with this course.

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• Course Details

  Computers are used throughout society for a range of purposes, each with its own requirements and demands, consequently the need for systems that can interact effectively has gained huge importance. In this course you will learn about the wide reaching influences that computers and computing technology have and their use around the world, as well as the contribution that you may be able to make to future advances.

  This specialist pathway provides you with a very good understanding of mobile computer systems, mobile and wireless networks, mobile devices, the internet, data communications and multimedia technologies as well as their relevance to modern industry and commerce. This course uses practical examples from industry to reinforce the theoretical underpinning that you will gain throughout the programme. Following successful completion of your HND, you may be able to study for an additional year and gain a BSc (Hons) qualification.

  During Stage One, you study fundamental computing principles including computer systems, communications, problem solving and programming and internet technology. All Computing students study common modules during Stage One, which allows for greater flexibility when choosing a specialism for Stage Two. Within Stage Two, you are able to following the specialist Mobile Computing HND pathway. You will study mobile computing, modern networks, internet programming, and systems design and development. Integral to Stage Two is a challenging group project where you will work with fellow students within a small design team to produce a bespoke solution to a real world challenge.

  Methods of Learning

  Within the programme, you will undertake a number of activities and challenges that help support and enhance your theoretical learning. These analysis skills are important tools within the computing industry as well as the ability to research alternative solutions and apply them in novel ways. You will develop technical practical skills as well as enhancing your statistical and analytical methodology, skills that are necessary to drive the industry forward.

  You will learn software engineering methods pertinent to mobile computing and the wider industry. You will also encounter common problems and issues within tutor led tasks to develop your problem solving skills. Programming knowledge specific to mobile computing including common issues that may arise when users interact with the same content on different devices, are explored and solutions developed. You will also explore network planning, the development of internet and system security and the employment of different media streams on platforms.

  Assessments

  A wide range of assessment is used including essays, reports and end of stage examinations.

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  Information

  Further information

  For further information, come along to our next Open Day or contact our Study team @study@northampton.ac.uk

• Careers and Events
  • The Northampton Employment Promise.

    *We promise to secure paid experience for you, if you need it.

    We work with employers to understand what they’re looking for and we’re confident that if you follow one of our structured awards, as well as committing to your studies you’ll be in a competitive position when it comes to applying for graduate jobs.

    We’re so confident, that we promise to secure a paid 3-6 month internship for you, if you need it. Find out more about the Northampton Employment Promise, including how it works and who is eligible.

    
  • Open Days

    See for yourself

    Our Open Days offer you a fantastic opportunity to get a real taste of university life at Northampton and discover how studying here will be a life-changing experience.

    Each Open Day has a packed programme of subjects talks, advice sessions and activities designed to give you all the information you need about studying at The University of Northampton.

    To find out more about the day, please feel free to have a look at our Open Day Guide.

    
  • Careers

    Career Opportunities

    Recent graduates have progressed onto the BSc (Hons) Computing (Mobile Computing)course and postgraduate study. Many graduates have also entered into a number of different computing areas, most commonly software development or mobile and internet systems.

    The career options in wireless and mobile technologies are vast. Some typical examples of job titles include:

    Mobile Applications Developer (Android, Blackberry, IOS, Windows), Mobile Applications Testing Specialist/Analyst, Game Developer, Mobile Technician, Mobile Security Expert, Web application developer, Mobile software engineer.

    
• Requirements

  Standard entry requirements apply. A typical offer could be DEE at A Level or MPP at BTEC. Applicants will be expected to have achieved GCSE Mathematics (or equivalent) at grade C or above. We welcome international applicants and applications from students with a range of non-traditional educational or professional qualifications.

  For information on how to apply to study with us, please see our How to Apply page.

  English Language Requirements

  All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:

  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands
    for study at undergraduate level.

  For information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page.

  Contacts

  Course enquiries
  study@northampton.ac.uk

  Application status enquiries
  admissions2019@northampton.ac.uk

  Current student enquiries
  SID@northampton.ac.uk

  International student enquiries
  international@northampton.ac.uk

  Enquire online
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  Applying for 2019
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  Office hours:
  Mon – Thu: 9am – 5pm
  Fri: 9am – 4.30pm

  Phone Call

  0300 303 2772

  +44 (0)1604 892134

  +44 (0)1604 892546

• Course Content
  • Stage 1
  • Stage 2

  • Computer Communications (20 Credits) Credits)
    Module code: CSY1017

    Core Module Y
  • Computer Systems (20 Credits) Credits)
    Module code: CSY1014

    Core Module Y
  • Problem Solving and Programming (20 Credits) Credits)
    Module code: CSY1020

    Core Module Y
  • Software Engineering 1 (20 Credits) Credits)
    Module code: CSY1019

    Core Module Y
  • Web Development (20 Credits) Credits)
    Module code: CSY1018

    Core Module Y
  • Databases 1 (20 Credits) Credits)
    Module code: CSY1026

    Core Module Y

  • Computer Networks (20 Credits) Credits)
    Module code: CSY2001

    Core Module Y
  • Group Project (20 Credits) Credits)
    Module code: CSY2027

    Core Module Y
  • Web Programming (20 Credits) Credits)
    Module code: CSY2028

    Core Module Y
  • Modern Networks (20 Credits) Credits)
    Module code: CSY2026

    Core Module Y
  • Operating Systems (20 Credits) Credits)
    Module code: CSY2002

    Core Module Y
  • Systems Design and Development (20 Credits) Credits)
    Module code: CSY2030

    Core Module Y

  Facilities &

  Special Features

  • Acquisition of highly relevant vocational skills – CISCO, Microprocessors, O-O Programming, Prince2.
  • Exciting career opportunities: GE, HMGCC.
  • Up-to-date workstation hardware and software in dedicated laboratories.
  • Exclusive 24/7 access to a specialist laboratory.
  • An emphasis on practical learning to reinforce academic underpinnings in specialist laboratories – Robots.
  • A supportive approach to tuition with small classroom and laboratory sizes.
  • Student Support Initiative – Year 2 students mentor Year 1 students.
  • Computing Society – the largest Student Union’s Society.
• Further Studies
  • Further Your Study

    Computing (Mobile Computing) BSc (Hons)

    Once you complete the HND, you may be able to study for an additional year to achieve the BSc (Hons) qualification.

    
  • Changing Futures Week

    Industry trips and tricks

    Changing Futures is a five-day, University wide showcase of activities and industry speakers to help students explore skills and activities to develop their academic and personal lives.

    
• Fees & Funding
  • UK & EU
  • International

  19/20 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £9,250
  Part Time: 1,400 (per 20 credit module)

  18/19 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 18/19 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £9,250

  19/20 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 18/19 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  International: £12,500

  18/19 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 18/19 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  International: £12,000

  Scholarships

  EU and International Scholarships

  A merit based scholarship of up to 30% or a £3,000 reduction in the cost of tuition fees for eligible students.

  Sir Thomas White Scholarship

  The Sir Thomas White scholarship will support and acknowledge an academically gifted student, with the proviso that the selection panel is confident that there is…

  TD Lewis Scholarship

  The T D Lewis Scholarship provides both undergraduate and postgraduate students with financial awards of up to £1,000.  This scholarship is awarded on educational excellence…

  The Chancellor's Fund

  The Chancellor’s Fund is a bi-annual fund providing students with awards of between £100 and £1,000. You must be a current student to apply. The…

  The Reid Science and Engineering Bursary

  The Reid Science and Engineering Bursary supports a small number of undergraduate students who are studying a full-time three year BSc or BEng in Environmental…

  Wilson Endowment Scholarship

  The Wilson Endowment Scholarship provides a £1,500 scholarship to undergraduate students from the Northamptonshire area. The endowed scholarship was donated in memory of Mr Lynn Wilson,…

• Part Time Study

  Courses offered on a part time basis are an excellent way of gaining a qualification around a busy home life or job. The University of Northampton recognises that many of our students have family and work commitments and offer various courses on a part time study basis, working flexibly around your requirements.

  A lot of our courses can be completed part-time, so you can fit your studies around your life. The majority of part-time and professional courses start in October. Please apply as soon as possible to ensure we have your details before your course starts.

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