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Level 5 BTEC in Computing in Nottingham – Nottingham College City Hub

Cost£8,250.00
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 5
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing for England in Nottingham. Classes run at Nottingham College City Hub, full-time during the day.

This Level 5 BTEC in computing course covers programming, networking, database design, computer architecture, business communication, and professional practice. You'll apply these skills to real projects and scenarios. The course runs over one year. Entry requires a Level 4 HNC in Computing.

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

Who this course is for

This HND is perfect if you want to gain hand on skills to work in the field of Network Engineering, Systems Architecture, Computer Service, Repair Technician or Network Manager administration.

Entry requirements

You'll need a minimum of 64 UCAS points from:

At least two A Levels at A2; BTEC Diploma or Extended Diploma; International Baccalaureate; Access to HE Diploma.

These must be in an Information Technology, Computing or a closely related subject.

What you will learn

  • You'll design, implement, and test software using different programming languages.
  • You'll configure, manage, and secure computer networks.
  • You'll design and work with databases.
  • You'll study computer architecture and systems.
  • You'll develop business communication skills for the IT workplace.
  • You'll apply professional practice standards to computing projects.
  • You'll analyse real-world computing problems and propose solutions.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Nottingham College City Hub, full-time during the day. Assessment is through a mix of assignments, projects, and practical tasks. Each unit is assessed separately, and you'll build a portfolio of work across the year. There are no formal written exams for most units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nottingham College City Hub will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Software developer, builds and maintains applications and systems.
  • Software engineer, designs software architecture for businesses and products.
  • Data analyst, works with data to support business decisions.
  • Cyber security analyst, protects networks and systems from threats.
  • Network technician, installs and manages computer networks.
  • Systems administrator, keeps IT infrastructure running day to day.
  • Business analyst, bridges IT and business to improve processes.

What you could study next

  • Bachelor's degree in Computing or Computer Science, the natural next step after an HND, often as a one-year top-up at a university.
  • Degree apprenticeship in Software Engineering or Cyber Security, combining work and study at degree level.
  • Professional certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA, or AWS Cloud Practitioner, which strengthen your profile for specialist roles.
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