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Computing for England
- HNC
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- 15/09/2025
- Undergraduate
- Yeovil College University Centre
- Awarded by:
- Pearson Education Ltd
Course summary
Higher National Certificate in Computing for England, awarded by Pearson, and regulated by the Office for Students.
The HNC Computing for England offers students a broad introduction to the subject area through studying a range of units. The course covers theoretical concepts and vocational skills that are required in the IT industry, and has been developed to equip learners with the specialist knowledge and skills to make them competitive and employable in the job market. This is a Level 4 qualification, which is broadly equivalent to the first year of a ‘traditional’ university degree.
This course is available on a full-time basis and is taught in-person at our Yeovil College campus.
The full-time course is studied over 1 academic year, and students are typically timetabled for two days per week.
Modules
You will study a range of units that will develop your specialist knowledge and skills. All modules are worth 15 credits, and modules currently offered include:
• Programming
• Networking
• Professional Practice
• Database Design & Development
• Security
• Planning a Computing Project (Pearson-set)
• Software Development Lifecycles
• Website Design & Development
Alongside developing a range of subject-specific skills, this course also gives you the opportunity to develop important transferable skills such as critical analysis, academic writing, time management, and communication.
Please be aware that modules studied may change periodically to reflect developments in the discipline, in response to student or stakeholder feedback, or as a result of regulatory body requirements. However, no significant changes to modules would be implemented without student consultation and feedback. Enrolled students can always find the most up-to-date information about their modules and who is teaching them in their course handbook.
Assessment method
An assessment schedule, outlining all assessments and deadlines, will be issued to you at the start of each academic year. The programme uses different types of formative assessments to test and prepare learners for the summative (graded) assessments. You will be assessed using a range of methods which will reflect the requirements of the subject, including written reports, presentations, and practical implementation of IT systems. Feedback will be provided to you in writing, along with information reflecting your performance and recommendations for improvement. Each module is graded as either Refer, Pass, Merit or Distinction.
How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- YCCP
- Institution code:
- Y25
- Campus name:
- Yeovil College University Centre
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Not available for international applicants
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level
Equivalent to 48 UCAS Tariff points or more from at least 2 A levels.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Equivalent to 48 UCAS tariff points or above in associated subject(s)
Access to HE Diploma
Equivalent to 48 UCAS tariff points or above in associated subject(s)
Scottish Higher
Equivalent to 48 UCAS tariff points or above in associated subject(s)
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
T Level
Equivalent to 48 UCAS tariff points or above in associated subject(s)
Entry Requirements: Typical entry requirements are 48 UCAS tariff points. These could come from a relevant BTEC Level 3 qualification, a relevant T Level, an A Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in relevant subject areas, or other Level 3 qualifications such as an International Baccalaureate or an Access to HE Diploma. Grade 4 (C) or above in GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) are highly desirable.
Mature Applicants: We welcome applications from mature students (aged 21 and over as of 1st September in the academic year of admission) and do not necessarily require the same academic qualifications as school leaving applicants. Mature students requesting contextual admission are required to provide details of their relevant prior work or study experience, and to also undertake a pre-entry admissions assessment to ensure there is suitable grounds to suggest they are academically ready to begin the programme and there is a reasonable expectation that they will succeed in their studies. Please email university.centre@yeovil.ac.uk to find out more.
Interviews: As part of the admissions process, applicants who meet the entry criteria for the course will be invited to attend an admissions interview with a member of staff from the course they are applying to.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
English language requirements
International applicants will be required to evidence English language skills - this could be an IELTS score of 5.5 (with both reading and writing at least 5.5), a grade 4 in GCSE English (or equivalent), or having recently completed a Level 3 qualification taught and assessed in the English language. For more information, please email university.centre@yeovil.ac.uk.
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
More information about our admissions process and contextual offers can be found on the course listing on our website.
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands | £7440 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £7440 | Year 1 |
| EU | £7440 | Year 1 |
| England | £7440 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7440 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7440 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7440 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
For full information about tuition fees please see the 'YCUC Fees' and 'YCUC HE Fees Policy', both available in the 'Policies and Reports' area of our website. Please also be aware that fees are payable each year of the programme.
There may be some voluntary educational visits to seminars and IT Expositions outside the College campus. Students are expected to fund their own transportation to such events if they wish to attend.
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