FdSc Computing
| Delivered at | Nelson and Colne College University Centre |
| Start Date | September 2024 |
| Duration | 1 Year |
| Cost | £9000.00 |
* The fees charged on your course will not rise by more than inflation during your studies but the College reserves the right to increase fees annually by not more than RPIX (Retail Prices Index excluding Mortgage Interest). If your studies are to be funded by your employer or as part of an Apprenticeship then different rates may apply, please enquire for details. ** All fees are payable to Nelson and Colne College Group University Centre |
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Course overview
Our Foundation Degree is designed to develop your skills and knowledge to become a leading professional in whichever field you wish to pursue. Whether that is software, systems architecture, programming or website development; this course is designed with the industry in mind to get you career-ready on the path you wish to pursue.
What will I learn
You will cover the following 6 modules:
Work-based learning project
Data structures and algorithms
Games design and development
Cloud computing and programming
Operating systems design and security
Network design, implementation and management
How will the courses be assessed?
A series of written and practical work is assessed by your tutors and will determine your overall grade.
Entry requirements
Candidates are selected on the basis of their ability to cope with
and benefit from the programme. Their suitability can be
demonstrated either through previous educational achievement or
through experience and aptitude.
Admission by prior qualification will normally require a minimum 48
UCAS Tariff points with the majority of the points gained in
technical subjects. Typically, points can be derived from:
o One GCE A level or Vocational A level pass or
equivalent
o Two AS level passes
o BTEC National Diploma/Certificate
o Other qualifications such as Scottish Highers, Welsh
Baccalaureate, Irish Leaving Certificates,
International Baccalaureate, with the required UCAS
points
o A pass in a recognised Access course
o Equivalent Scottish or Irish qualifications
Admission by experience and aptitude will be based on the length
and type of the candidate’s employment experience and his/her
ability to demonstrate an aptitude and enthusiasm for the
subject. As part of this process, candidates may be required to
undertake aptitude tests and/or to provide personal and/or
employment references.
Candidates whose first language is not English will be required to
demonstrate English language competence equivalent to IELTS 5.5
or higher.