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Level 4 Computing Course in Selby

Cost£7,400.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
Start30 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 4 Computing for England Course in Selby. Classes run at Selby College, full-time during the day. This is year one of a two-year programme covering Levels 4 and 5. You'll study web development, programming, networking, database design, and security. The course builds practical technical skills alongside research, problem analysis, and critical thinking. You'll need 64 UCAS points, a satisfactory interview, and GCSE Maths at grade 4 or above (or equivalent). The course typically takes one year to complete at Level 4.

Who this course is for

The HNC/HND Computing at Selby is a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ).

This is a two-year full-time programme at Levels 4 and 5.

In year one you will complete a Higher National Certificate in Computing at Level 4.

On completion of your Higher National Certificate, you will complete a Higher National Diploma in Computing at Level 5.

This course is designed to help learners gain vocational as well as academic skills. You will learn a wide range of practical, in-demand vocational skills in web development, programming and networking. You will also gain a sound knowledge and understanding of the IT sector whilst developing research, critical thinking and problem solving skills which are essential employability skills for work within this field.

Our HNC/D Computing has been aligned to the occupational standard for been approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE).

Academic and practical skills developed through the course focus on workplace and transferable skills to equip students for progression into employment, developed alongside academic skills such as research, problem analysis and critical thinking to support progression to higher level study. You will develop the ability to work independently and on your own initiative.

You will develop career-ready employment skills, which will include practical skills in developing static and dynamic websites and MVC applications using HTML5, CSS3, PHP, JavaScript and ASP.NET. You will also develop hardware and networking skills to allow you to create and plan secure network infrastructures as well as create and manage web servers to host web sites.

You will also learn a wide range of relevant transferable skills including project management, team working skills, presentation and report writing.

Entry requirements

64 UCAS points which can be from any qualification on the UCAS tariff.

AND

A satisfactory interview.

AND

GCSE Maths at Grade 4 or above.

OR

An Access to HE Diploma in a relevant area. Suitable diplomas include Computing/Science/Maths.

Applications will be considered on an individual basis and applicants with extenuating circumstances may be accepted with a lower tariff at the discretion of the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group.

What you will learn

  • You'll write and develop programs using languages and frameworks including HTML5, CSS3, PHP, JavaScript, and ASP.NET.
  • You'll build and manage secure network infrastructures and web servers.
  • You'll design and develop databases.
  • You'll apply security principles to IT systems.
  • You'll plan and manage projects, working independently and as part of a team.
  • You'll develop research, problem analysis, and critical thinking skills.
  • You'll produce professional reports and presentations.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Selby College, full-time during the day. Assessment is through a mix of coursework, practical assignments, and projects across each unit. Units cover programming, professional practice, networking, database design and development, security, and project planning. You'll work on real tasks that reflect workplace expectations, developing both technical output and written analysis.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Junior web developer: builds websites and web applications for employers or clients.
  • Network technician: sets up and maintains computer networks and infrastructure.
  • IT support analyst: troubleshoots hardware, software, and connectivity issues.
  • Junior software developer: writes and tests code across a range of platforms.
  • Database administrator: manages and maintains organisational databases.
  • IT systems administrator: oversees servers, networks, and user access.
  • Junior cybersecurity analyst: monitors systems and supports security operations.

What you could study next

  • Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (Level 5): the natural next step after this Certificate, completing the two-year programme at Selby College.
  • BSc (Hons) in Computing or a related subject: many universities accept an HND for entry into the second or third year of a degree.
  • Vendor certifications (such as CompTIA, Cisco, or Microsoft): specialist credentials that complement the computing for england qualification and strengthen your CV for specific technical roles.
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