Delivered at our Chippenham campus, this course is designed to offer a wide range of opportunities to learn about the computing sector. You will benefit from our dedicated I.T. facilities including modern PC suites and IT laboratory.
The college is continually investing in brand new facilities including IoT Devices, Quadcopter Drones and Virtual Reality equipment.
We work closely with local employers, set up live projects and professional briefs including guest speakers from organisations such as Wiltshire Police and Mitre.
The course is awarded by Pearson and click on the link below to find out more about Higher National qualifications: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec-higher-nationals/about.html
This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers.
Learn more about Higher Technical QualificationsThe course includes modules in the following subjects:
Year 1
Programming;
Networking;
Professional Practice;
Database Design and Development;
Security;
Planning a Computing Project;
Cyber Security;
Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence;
Year 2
Applied Cryptography in the Cloud;
Computer Forensics;
Information Security Management;
Computer Research Project;
Business Process Support;
Digital Sustainability;
Emerging technologies.
The following entry points are available for this course:
A level 4 qualification in an appropriate I.T. related subject such as HNC Digital Technologies or an equivalent qualification.
At least 4 GCSEs at grade C (4) or above including English and Maths (or equivalent level 2 qualifications) plus one or more of the following:
72 UCAS Tariff Points from an appropriate level 3 vocational programme (e.g. BTEC National Diploma).
A Level 3 Extended Diploma or GCE AS / A Level or a 6 unit Vocational A Level.
Success in an Access to Higher Education Diploma.
Formally assessed outcomes acquired through recognised prior learning or experience.
Applications from mature candidates are welcomed and considered on an individual basis.
Where English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent qualification will normally be required.
Applicants without the qualifications specified will be considered based on their ability to study the subject at the required level.
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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| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland | £6350 |
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.
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Email:HEAdmissions@wiltshire.ac.uk
Phone:01225 756200
Email:HEAdmissions@wiltshire.ac.uk
Phone:01225 756200
Chippenham Campus
Cocklebury Road
Chippenham
SN15 3QD
At Wiltshire College and University Centre
