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HSDC prides itself on providing a first-class learning experience, with expert teaching, excellent facilities and a wide range of resources available to support studying. We have a dedicated hardware, software and networking laboratory, computer suites and private small seminar space for use throughout the course.
Students first enrol on to the HNC and, after successfully completing the course, can progress on to the HND qualification. The course entails a mixture of lectures, online content, tutorials, workshops and independent research. Every student will have a dedicated tutor to help support studies, as well as access to the College’s resources and facilities.
If you have recently been in education, the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:
– Grade 9 – 4 in GCSE Mathematics – a sound mathematical ability is essential
– A BTEC Level 3 qualification in IT or Digital Technologies
– A T Level qualification in Digital
– A Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in relevant subjects such as Mathematics, Computer Science, etc.
The course will be delivered part time over two years, with teaching taking place for one full day per week consisting of four sessions. This equates to approx. 7.5 hours per week (face-to-face and e-learning) and 8+ hours per week independent self-study during term time.
Year 1 HNC Core Units:
Year 1 HNC Optional Units:
Year 2 HND Units will include topics such as:
If you elect to only complete the first year, then you will complete the course achieving a BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma. If you progress on to the second year then you can achieve a BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma. Each unit is graded Pass, Merit and Distinction and aggregated over the duration of the course to determine your final grade.
BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma. Each unit is graded Pass, Merit and Distinction and aggregated over the duration of the course to determine your final grade.
Classes are informal and incorporate a variety of teaching and learning methods e.g. discussion, lectures, group work and practical sessions.
We assess you in a way that encourages a deeper understanding and allows you to develop your skills. This includes:
– Reports
– Multiple choice tests
– Essays
– Written exams
– Mini projects
– Presentations
– Review articles.
After successfully completing the course you will be able to progress on to a top-up degree or gain advancement in your current employment. You will also be able to gain progression employment in fields such as computer networking, technical support, web development, software development, AI development, AR development and cloud-based systems.
