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Free BTEC Level 4 Computing Course in Yeovil

CostFREE
Duration360 hours
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 4 Computing Course in Yeovil. Classes run at Yeovil College, full-time during the day.

The course gives you a broad grounding in computing, covering both theory and practical IT skills. You'll study topics including software development, networking, cyber security, and data management. Around 360 hours of study take you to a level broadly equivalent to the first year of a university degree.

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

Who this course is for

The HNC Computing for England offers students a broad introduction to the subject area through studying a range of units. The course covers theoretical concepts and vocational skills that are required in the IT industry, and has been developed to equip learners with the specialist knowledge and skills to make them competitive and employable in the job market. This is a Level 4 qualification, which is broadly equivalent to the first year of a ‘traditional’ university degree.This course is available on a full-time and a part-time basis and is taught in-person at our Yeovil College campus.The full-time course is studied over 1 academic year, and students are typically timetabled for two days per week. The part-time course is studied over 2 academic years, and students are typically timetabled for one day per week. For part-time students, we offer a February intake, alongside the traditional September start date. Applicants who wish to study on a part-time basis and commence their studies in February may enquire directly to the University Centre about the options and specific start dates available.

Entry requirements

Please check our website for the latest information.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical software development skills used in the IT industry.
  • You'll study networking principles and how systems communicate.
  • You'll explore cyber security concepts and how to protect digital systems.
  • You'll work with data, learning how to manage and analyse it.
  • You'll build knowledge of IT infrastructure and how organisations use technology.
  • You'll apply theoretical computing concepts to real vocational tasks.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Yeovil College, combining taught theory with practical assignments. Assessment is mainly through coursework and unit assignments rather than exams. Each unit is assessed separately, so your work builds up over the course. You'll complete tasks that reflect the kind of work done in IT roles.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Yeovil College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Software developer, builds and maintains applications and software systems.
  • Cyber security analyst, protects organisations from digital threats and attacks.
  • Data analyst, interprets data to help businesses make better decisions.
  • Network technician, installs and maintains computer networks and infrastructure.
  • Penetration tester, tests systems for security weaknesses on behalf of employers.
  • IT support technician, provides technical help to users across an organisation.

What you could study next

  • Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (Level 5), the natural next step, taking your studies to the equivalent of a second year of university.
  • A full Bachelor's degree in Computing or Software Engineering, building on the HNC for a complete honours qualification.
  • Professional certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or Cisco CCNA, adding specialist credentials valued by employers in cyber security and networking.
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