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Computing App Development & Testing HTQ (Full time)

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Overview

Computing App Development & Testing HTQ (Full time)


This is a widely recognised and highly valued computing qualification that enables you to develop a range of higher level specialist technical skills and knowledge, enabling students to meet the demands of employers in the computing sector and to adapt to a constantly changing world.

This programme is a specialist pathway, designed to support progression into the fields of software development and testing. The course will enhance your ability to develop sophisticated applications to change tomorrow’s world, and as a software tester to be involved in the quality assurance stage of software development and deployment.

This Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQ) has been approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education as meeting occupational standards for the relevant sector.

Students will benefit from our excellent cutting-edge computing facilities, small student groups and extremely supportive, industry-experienced teaching staff.

By completing this course, students will achieve an industry-recognised HNC/HND, which will enhance career prospects and your employability.

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Course information

Need to know

Entry requirements

GCSEs A*-C/ 9-4 in English and Maths/equivalent Functional skills

AND

32-48 UCAS tariff points including a Computing subject

OR

IT Apprenticeship Level 3

OR

Digital T Level

OR

BTEC Level 3 qualification in computing

OR

An Access to Higher Education Diploma in a Computing or related subject.

 

What qualification will I gain?

Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Computing (Applications Development and Testing).

It may be possible to gain additional vendor qualifications for example Cisco and CompTIA.

How will I be assessed?

100% Assessed through written and practical assessment.

Course content

What will I study?

The units you are studying will include:

  • Programming
  • Networking
  • Professional Practice
  • Database Design & Development
  • Security
  • Planning a Computing Project
  • Software Development Lifecycles
  • Website Design & Development
  • Computing Research Project
  • Business Process Support
  • Application Program Interfaces
  • Application Development
  • Risk Analysis & Systems Testing

 

Next steps

On successful completion of this course, you can apply to study an additional year at Bedford College to gain a full BSc (Hons) degree, progress to a university, or you can enter employment.

Additional information

Course trips etc:

To complement your course you will:

  • Hear from a range of guest speakers from the computing sector
  • Attend a relevant trip

Course costs:

  • Personal computer required
  • £25 trip fee

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Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. The Bedford College Group reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.

Additional Learning Support

If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.

Financial Support

For information regarding financial support, please visit the Financial Support section to see the support you may be entitled to apply for.

Accessibility

We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.