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Applied Computing

  • Higher National Diploma
  • 2 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 7 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
Tycoch campus
Awarded by:
University of Wales Trinity Saint David (Prifysgol Cymru Y Drindod Dewi Sant)
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Course summary

This is a full time course for students who want experience a wide range of Computing and IT Skills that are widely used in Industry.

Students should have a keen interest in Computing/IT and want to keep up with emerging technologies and understand where they are important to a company’s business model. Successful students can progress from the programme direct into the final year of BSc Computing related degree at UWTSD.

The course covers modules that identifies the skill shortage within IT/Computing, that include: academic and employability skills for HE students, computer architecture and networks, software development, information engineering, data analysis and visualisation, internet technologies and security, routing and switching concepts, application development, database management systems, web technologies, project management and research methods and - for those students who are interested in setting up and running their own business - there is an enterprise / innovation module.

On completion, students can progress to the final year of the BSc(Hons) course in Computing with University of Wales Trinity St David (UWTSD).

Modules

Course Modules

Year one, Level 4 modules:
• Computer Architecture and Operating Systems
• Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Introduction to Web and Database Concepts
• Academic and Employability Skills
• Networks and Cyber Security Essentials
• Software Development
Year two, Level 5 modules:
• Internet of Things: Concepts, Challenges and Applications
• Enterprise and Innovation Group Project
• Databases and Application Development
• Designing Meaningful User Experiences
• Network Operating Systems and Services
• Web and Mobile Technologies

Assessment method

Assessment is through exams, practical tests and assignments which apply to
relevant case studies.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Tycoch campus

Study options

  • Higher National Diploma • Full-Time • 2 Years

Start dates

  • 7 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
I358
Institution code:
G59
Campus name:
Tycoch campus
Points of Entry:
Year 1

How to apply

This course has limited vacancies, and is no longer accepting applications from some students. See the list below for where you normally live, to check if you're eligible to apply.
  • Republic of Ireland
  • International
  • EU
  • United Kingdom

Apply by
13 January 2027

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:
I358
Institution code:
G59
Campus name:
Tycoch campus

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
DD-EEE

T Level
P

UCAS Tariff
Offer: 48

Access to HE Diploma

Pass

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MP

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
PPP

Please note that subjects at A Level, Pearson BTEC (National Diploma/Extended Diploma) or Access to HE should/may include ICT, Computing or similar. However, Other relevant qualifications would be considered subject to interview and relevant academic experience. Mature student who have relevant experience and do not have the formal entry requirements will also be considered and will be subject to interview.

Accreditation of Prior learning

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David welcomes applications on the basis of prior learning, further details can be found at https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/academic-office/

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland£9790

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

There may be additional costs associated with this course i.e:
•travel to and from college, or placement
•photocopying, stationery and equipment costs (e.g. USB sticks)
•printing and binding
•gowns for graduation ceremonies

  • College Bursary - a bursary of £1000 can be received (criteria apply) see website for details

Further information for England: http://www.direct.gov.uk, Further information for Northern, Ireland: http://www.studentfinanceni.co.uk, Further information for Scotland: http://www.saas.gov.uk, Further information for Wales: http://www.studentfinancewales.co.uk

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