Computing HNC

Elevate Your Tech Career with Newham College’s HNC and HND in Computing!<br/><br/>Unlock the doors to success in the dynamic world of technology and become a sought-after computing professional.<br/><br/>Embark on a rewarding journey into the ever-evolving field of computing with Newham College’s Higher Nationals in Computing. Welcome to your pathway to success at the heart of cutting-edge education and industry demand!<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Global Tech Skills:</strong> Acquire top-tier computing skills for success in the UK and global tech industry.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>International Insights:</strong> Understand the dynamics of international computing operations, navigating challenges and opportunities in the global market.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Who is it for?</strong> Perfect for students seeking applied learning and a career in computing. Our Higher Nationals offer a comprehensive study of computing, enabling you to acquire top-tier computing skills for success in the UK and global tech industry.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Level 4/5 Achievement:</strong> Master principles and critical evaluation skills for effective problem-solving and decision-making.<br/><br/><br/><strong>Content</strong><br/>The purpose of the programme is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals who can meet the demands of employers in the rapidly evolving computing sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. The qualifications also aim to widen access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake them.<br/><br/>The overall aims of the programme are to:<br/><br/><br/>• Provide a thorough grounding in computing principles at Level 4, which leads the student to the progression pathway at Level 5 relating to individual professions within the computing sector.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Equip individuals with the essential qualities of a computing professional, including integrity, regard for cost and sustainability, as they apply to a range of roles and responsibilities within the sector.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Enable progression to a higher-level study such as a university degree by supporting the development of academic study skills and the selection of appropriate units for study at Level 5.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Enable progression to further professional qualifications in specific computing disciplines by mapping the units studied to the requirements of the Professional Bodies applicable to that discipline.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Assessment</strong> <br/>• Written assignments including essays, projects, and reports<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Demonstrating practical skills<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Completion of portfolio of evidence including observation of practical skills <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Formal examinations/assessments and online assessments as required<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>HNC (Year 1) Curriculum</strong> <br/>6 Core Mandatory Units:<br/>• Programming<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Networking<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Professional Practice<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Database Design and Development<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Security<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Planning a Computing Project (Pearson-set)<br/><br/><br/><br/>1 Specialist Mandatory Unit:<br/>• Software Development Lifecycles<br/><br/><br/>1 Optional Unit:<br/>• Strategic Information Systems<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Management in the Digital Economy<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Website Design and Development<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Maths for Computing<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Intelligent Systems <br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>HND (Year 2) Curriculum</strong><br/>2 Core Mandatory Units:<br/>• Computing Research Project (Pearson-set)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Business Process Support<br/><br/><br/><br/>5 Optional Units from a choice of 37, including:<br/>• Games Development<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Robotics<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Visual and Augmented Reality Development<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Application Development<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Machine Learning<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Forensics<br/><br/>