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BTEC Level 4 Computing Course in Worcester – Heart of Worcestershire College

Cost£8,500.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 4 Computing Course in Worcester. Classes run at Heart of Worcestershire College, full-time during the day.

The course covers network design, computer architecture, web design, and systems maintenance. You'll also develop professional skills for working in the IT industry. Full-time study runs over one academic year, with sixteen hours of classes per week. You learn through taught sessions, practical workshops, and independent study using an online learning environment.

You'll need 72 UCAS points and GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or above to apply. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Certificate in Computing for England.

Who this course is for

Our HNC is a specialist computing course. It is designed to equip you with the knowledge, understanding and skills required for success in current and future employment in an ever-expanding IT industry. You will establish essential skills in network design, computer architecture, systems, web design and maintenance as well as professional development., , Units will be taught using a variety of teaching and learning styles: formal taught sessions, directed learning, tutor-led discussion and semin

Entry requirements

72 UCAS points or equivalent and the minimum of GCSE English and Maths grade 4 or higher or equivalent , , Alternatively, an A-Level pass in an IT related subject or equivalent, T Level Pass (with a D or E on the core) or above or BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT. For applicants 21 and over, relevant industrial experience or vendor certification will be taken into account., , Learners are expected to be able to demonstrate English language comprehension at a level equivalent to IELTS 5.5 to b

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in network design and computer architecture.
  • You'll learn how to build and maintain websites.
  • You'll study operating systems and how computers work.
  • You'll practise professional development skills for the IT workplace.
  • You'll work on individual and group projects in practical workshops.
  • You'll build independent study habits using an online learning platform.

How you will learn

You'll attend sixteen hours of classes per week across two semesters. Teaching includes formal sessions, tutor-led discussions, seminars, and hands-on workshops. You'll also complete independent study outside class using Moodle, the college's online learning environment. For every hour in the classroom, you're expected to spend a similar amount of time studying on your own.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Heart of Worcestershire College will confirm anything else you need before you start. Please note there may be additional costs for textbooks, trips, registration, and assignment fees.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Software developer, builds and maintains applications and software systems.
  • Cyber security analyst, protects organisations from online threats and attacks.
  • Data analyst, interprets data to help businesses make decisions.
  • Network technician, sets up and manages computer networks.
  • Penetration tester, tests systems for security weaknesses.
  • IT support specialist, helps users and maintains technical infrastructure.

What you could study next

  • BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (Level 5), the natural next step after this Certificate, deepening your technical knowledge.
  • A full Bachelor's degree in Computing or Cyber Security, for those wanting to reach graduate level.
  • Professional certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or Cisco CCNA, valued by employers in networking and security roles.
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