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Computing General HND (Full time)

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Computing General HND (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 non-specialist pathway, which will cover a broad range of computing topics that may be encountered in modern business and means you don’t have to commit to a particular professional specialism.

This Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) has been approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education as meeting occupational standards for the digital 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 HND, which will enhance career prospects and your employability.

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Course information

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Need to know

Entry requirements

GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C) 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.

How will I be assessed?

100% Assessed through written and practical assessment.

Course content

What will I study?

In year 1 you will study:

  • Unit 1  – Programming
  • Unit 2 –  Networking
  • Unit 3 –  Professional Practice
  • Unit 4 –  Database Design and Development
  • Unit 5 –  Security
  • Unit 6  – Planning a Computing Project (Pearson-set)
  • Unit 7  – Software Development Lifecycles
  • Unit 13  –  Website Design and Development

In year 2 you will study:

  • Unit 16  –  Computing Research Project
  • Unit 17 –   Business Process Support
  • Unit 22  –  Application Development
  • Unit 43  –  Games Development
  • Unit 47  –  Emerging Technologies
  • Unit 51  – eCommerce and Strategy
  • Unit 54 – Prototyping

Next steps

Course progression:

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.

Career progression:

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

Additional information

You will require a PC or a Mac.

 

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Available Courses
Tresham College Kettering Campus
Starts: 23/09/2025
Type: HE
Length: 1 year
Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday
Time(s): 9:00am - 6:15pm
Fees: £6,000.00 Fee notes: The fee indicated is for each year of the course.
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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?

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