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Software Development (Computing)

  • HNC
  • 1 Years
  • Full-time
  • 14 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Isle of Wight College
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Course summary

This is a new course and we’re currently finalising the detailed information for this page. You can still see entry requirements and apply.

Modules

The University of Portsmouth is passionate about creating career-focused modules that do more than support your studies, they empower your academic journey and prepare you for what comes next.
 
We design modules that have:
 
• Clear themes and skills development as you progress through each year
• Assessments that feel meaningful, often based on real-world tasks rather than isolated exams
 
For a full list of the modules you will study on this course, please visit the link to the course page.
https://www.port.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/hnc-hnc-software-development-computing#modules

This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Isle of Wight College

Study options

  • HNC • Full-time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • 14 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

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:
G404
Institution code:
P80
Campus name:
Isle of Wight College
Campus Code:
W
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.

Apply by
14 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:
G404
Institution code:
P80
Campus name:
Isle of Wight College
Campus Code:
W

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
16 points

16 points from an A level in a computing related subject, or Level 3 vocational equivalent (diploma/ extended diploma), or equivalent industry experience in a relevant field.

A level

An A level in a computing related subject, or Level 3 vocational equivalent (diploma / extended diploma), or equivalent industry experience in a relevant field.

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

Must be in a computing discipline.

Access to HE Diploma

Pass the Access to HE Diploma (Computing based).

Scottish Higher

Acceptable when combined with other qualifications.

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

Must be in a computing discipline.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
P

Must be in a computing discipline.

Scottish Advanced Higher

An Advanced Higher in a computing related subject.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

A Higher Level in a computing related subject.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)

Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate including 16 points from an A level in a computing related subject, plus the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

3 GCSEs at grade C or above to include English and Mathematics/3 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to include English and Mathematics.

T Level
Pass (D or E)

Acceptable T Level Subjects: T Level in Digital: Digital Production, Design and Development, T Level in Digital Business Services, T Level in Digital Support and Services, T Level in Science, T Level in Engineering and Manufacturing Design and Development, T Level in Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing, T Level in Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control, T Level in Accounting (If mathematical components are passed), T Level in Finance (If mathematical components are passed).

CLEARING INFORMATION – Our entry requirements may be different during Clearing, so please contact us on 023 9284 8000 to discuss your options

Additional entry requirements

Admission tests
Interview
All shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview, to which you should bring a portfolio/e-portfolio of recent work. This interview will include an admissions test and a tour of the facilities.
Portfolio
All shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview, to which you should bring a portfolio/e-portfolio of recent work. This interview will include an admissions test and a tour of the facilities.
Institutions Own Test (IOT)
All shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview, to which you should bring a portfolio/e-portfolio of recent work. This interview will include an admissions test and a tour of the facilities.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.
Cambridge English AdvancedCambridge English: Advanced (CAE) (taken after January 2015). An overall score of 169 with no component score less than 162.
Cambridge English ProficiencyCambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) (taken after January 2015). An overall score of 169 with no component score less than 162.
PTE Academic62An overall score of 62 with a minimum of 59 in each skill.
TOEFL (iBT)7979 with a minimum of 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking and 17 in Writing.
Trinity ISEPassTrinity College Integrated Skills in English (ISE) Level III with a Pass in all 4 components.

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.

Not enough data available

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

No fee information has been provided for this course

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

Undergraduate fees for 2026 entry will be available shortly.

For more information about fees, go to https://www.port.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-fees-and-student-finance/tuition-fees-living-costs-and-other-study-costs

Clearing contact details

University Admissions Centre - Clearing

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clearing@port.ac.uk

023 9284 8000

Course Clearing information

Additional information

Clearing Hotline opening hours:
Thursday 13th August - 08:00 - 20:00
Friday 14th August - 08:00 - 18:00
Saturday 15th August - 10:00 - 14:00
Sunday 16th August - Closed
Monday 17th onwards - 09:00 - 17:00 (09:00 - 16:00 on Fridays)

Course contact details

University Admissions Centre

admissions@port.ac.uk

023 9284 5566

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