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Computing (subject to approval)

UHI North, West and Hebrides

Venues

Auchtertyre, Broadford Campus, Fort William Campus, Gairloch Campus, Kilchoan Campus, Kinlochleven Campus, Mallaig Campus, Portree Campus, Strontian Campus, Ullapool Campus, Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)

Content

The HNC Computing will provide you with useful foundations for a successful career in computing and technology.

It is a broad-based course which will introduce you to, and develop your knowledge of, aspects of software development, technical support, networking and web development.

Mandatory units may include:
Computer systems and network fundamentals; Developing client and server sided websites; Developing mobile applications; Professionalism and ethics in computing; Programming languages and programming paradigms; Team working in computing; Troubleshooting computing problems.

Optional units may include:
Cloud computing; Database design; Ethical hacking and digital forensics; Operating systems; Relational databases and SQL; Software development testing; Software development: applications development; Systems development: introduction; Web development and publishing web sites.

Entry Requirements

1 Higher plus 3 relevant subjects at National 5; or Foundation Apprenticeship IT: Software Development or IT: Hardware and System Support; or relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 6. You may be asked to attend for interview.

Progression Routes

HND Computer Science

Start Date

September

Qualification

HNC

Study Method

Full time

UCAS Code

304G

Course Length

1 year

Department

Business and Computing

SCQF Level

7

Career Area

Computing and ICT

Career Sectors

Computer Skills

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