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Free Access to HE Computing Course in Hammersmith and Fulham

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start16 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCN London Region
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About this course

Access to HE Computing Course in Hammersmith and Fulham. Classes run at Hammersmith and Fulham College, full-time during the day.

This Level 3 access to HE computing qualification is for adults aged 19 or over. It runs over one year and covers hardware and software, databases, programming, network fundamentals, web design, and imaging. You also study academic English, study skills, and an extended project. These topics prepare you for university-level computing study.

You'll finish with an Access to HE Diploma in Computing, recognised by UK universities.

Who this course is for

Adults (19+)

Entry requirements

You will need:

GCSE Maths at grade 4 (C) or higher GCSE English at grade 4 (C) or higher

We will accept Functional Skills at Level 2 as an equivalent, but recommend that you check the entry requirements of your chosen university before applying, as many will only accept GCSEs for entry onto their degree programmes.

You will also have an interview with our course teachers at enrolment to check that the course is right for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore hardware and software concepts used in computing.
  • You'll work with databases and understand how data is structured and managed.
  • You'll learn the fundamentals of programming and write basic code.
  • You'll study network fundamentals and how systems connect.
  • You'll design and build web pages using web design techniques.
  • You'll create and edit digital images using imaging software.
  • You'll develop academic writing and study skills for university.
  • You'll complete an extended project to practise independent research.

How you will learn

Each module is assessed through a mix of methods. These include written assessments, production of digital images, and programming tasks. You'll demonstrate critical thinking, creativity, research skills, and time management across your assessments. You'll also have an interview at enrolment to confirm the course suits you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hammersmith and Fulham College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Software developer, writes and tests code for applications and systems.
  • Web designer, builds and maintains websites for businesses.
  • IT support technician, helps users with hardware and software problems.
  • Database administrator, manages and organises data for organisations.
  • Network technician, sets up and maintains computer networks.
  • Junior data analyst, works with data to support business decisions.

What you could study next

  • BSc Computer Science, the most direct degree route after this Diploma.
  • BSc Software Engineering, for those focused on building software systems.
  • BSc Cybersecurity, if network and systems security interests you.
  • BSc Data Science, combining computing with data analysis skills.

Check entry requirements with your chosen university before applying, as some degree programmes ask for GCSEs rather than Functional Skills.

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