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BTEC Level 4 Computing Course in Chester – Cheshire College South Chester Campus

Cost£6,185 with co-funding
Duration300 hours
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

£6,185 if you're eligible for co-funding. Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Cheshire College South and West to check if you're eligible and for the full price.

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About this course

BTEC Level 4 Computing Course in Chester. Classes run at Cheshire College South Chester Campus, full-time during the day. It's free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply.

This Level 4 BTEC computing qualification covers programming, networking, and professional IT practice. You'll build the technical and professional skills needed to design, implement, and support IT systems across a wide range of industries. The course runs over one year and involves around 300 hours of study.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Certificate in Computing for England.

Who this course is for

"HTQ Computing for England BTEC HNC (2022) RQF - Level 4 - EDEXCEL is suitable for adult learners."

Entry requirements

"You must be at least 18 years old (with 120 UCAS points) and have GCSE English and maths at grades 9-4/A*-C. You should also hold one of the following: A BTEC National (Level 3) Diploma in IT, at least one A Level pass and supporting passes in GCSE at grade 4/C or above, an Access to Higher Education qualification or related work experience."

What you will learn

  • You'll write and develop programs using industry-relevant programming languages.
  • You'll configure and manage computer networks.
  • You'll apply professional skills used in real IT workplaces.
  • You'll design and evaluate IT systems for business use.
  • You'll develop knowledge of cyber security principles and practices.
  • You'll work with data and understand how IT supports organisations.
  • You'll build the technical foundation needed to progress to a degree.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions in small groups, taught by lecturers with industry backgrounds. The teaching takes a hands-on approach, so you'll apply skills as you learn them. Assessment is through coursework and assignments completed across the year. You'll attend college for a minimum of 16 hours per week.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cheshire College South Chester Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Software developer, builds and maintains software applications for businesses.
  • Cyber security analyst, protects organisations from digital threats and attacks.
  • Data analyst, interprets data to support business decisions.
  • Network technician, installs and maintains computer networks.
  • Penetration tester, tests systems to find security weaknesses.
  • IT support specialist, helps organisations run their technology smoothly.

What you could study next

  • BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (Level 5), a natural next step after the HNC and often completed in one further year of study.
  • BSc (Hons) in Computing or a related degree, which the HNC can give you direct entry to at many universities.
  • Professional IT certifications such as CompTIA or Cisco qualifications, which build on your technical knowledge for specific roles.
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