Computing - Access to Higher Education

Start Date: 5th September 2022

Length 1 year
Study Full-Time
Location Rye Hill Campus

Qualification Gained

One Award Access to Higher Education Diploma in Computing

Levels Explained

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More about the course

This Access to Higher Education Computing course is perfect if you're looking to brush up your IT skills to take you to the next step in computing.

This Computing course will give you the knowledge and skills you need to progress your studies within a wide variety of subject areas required by the IT industry.

Access to HE Computing is taught by subject-specialist teaching staff in a supportive environment to develop your academic skills necessary to progress onto higher education. If you've got a passion for IT and computers, this is the course for you.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at grade A-C or Grade 4 or above, including maths and English

A relevant Level 2 or First Diploma at Merit level together with Key/Functional Skills maths and English at Level 2.

What will I achieve?

If you complete this course successfully, you will receive a One Award Access to HE Diploma in Computing

What will I learn?

Relational database software
Understanding organisational network security
Web page design
Information technology systems
Programming principles
Internet
Research skills
Study skills
Researching and understanding opportunities for study at higher education
Personal development and learning skills

How is the course taught?

Lectures
Demonstrations
Assignments
Self-directed study
Practical work
Presentations
Tutorials
Online reading and research

How am I assessed?

Observations
Group work
Written assignment
Oral presentations
Projects

Where can I progress?

This course will help to to progress onto a Level 4 course or degree programme.

Course costs

If you are aged 19+ the cost of the course will depend on your circumstances. Our support pages can help you determine your suitability.

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