Computing Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) BTEC Level 5 HND

The GENERAL pathway for the HTQ Computing Technology HND may include the following modules:<br/><br/>**Year 1 Computing BTEC HND/HTQ General Pathway**<br/>This year builds underpinning core skills effectively, preparing you for further subject specialisation in year 2. Youll develop your detailed understanding of a range of aspects of the computing world, including how different elements of computing interact and depend upon each other.<br/><br/>Youll study the general pathway, as well as the specialist pathways such as data analytics, network engineering and cyber security.<br/><br/>What modules will I study?<br/>- Programming<br/><br/><br/>- Networking<br/><br/><br/>- Professional Practice<br/><br/><br/>- Database Design and Development<br/><br/><br/>- Security<br/><br/><br/>- Planning a Computing Project<br/><br/><br/>- Software Development Lifecycles<br/><br/><br/>- Strategic Information Systems.<br/><br/><br/>**Year 2 Computing BTEC HND/HTQ General Pathway**<br/>This year will enable you to develop a broad base of skills and knowledge to take forward. Youll be given the opportunity to learn about several emerging trends and technologies, and how to apply technical change in a rapidly evolving industry.<br/><br/>What modules will I study?<br/>- Computing Research Project (set by Pearson)<br/><br/><br/>- Business Process Support<br/><br/><br/>- Systems Analysis and Design<br/><br/><br/>- Internet of Things<br/><br/><br/>- Robotics<br/><br/><br/>- Emerging Technologies<br/><br/><br/>**Entry Requirements**<br/>You must hold a minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points from the one of the following qualifications:<br/>- BTEC National (Diploma or Extended Diploma) in a relevant subject<br/><br/><br/>- GCE A and AS Levels with at least one subject at A Level<br/><br/><br/>Plus<br/>- GCSE English and Maths grade C / 4 or above<br/><br/>Applicants will be invited to an interview where they will be required to to discuss their background and areas of interest.