
Computing (Cyber Security) HND
Course Overview - Computing (Cyber Security) HND
The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing is a two-year, career-focused qualification designed to equip you with the technical skills, professional knowledge, and practical experience needed to thrive in the fast-evolving world of IT and computing. This course is part of the Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQ) initiative, meaning it’s been approved by employers and developed to meet the needs of the modern tech industry.
The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing is a two-year, career-focused qualification designed to equip you with the technical skills, professional knowledge, and practical experience needed to thrive in the fast-evolving world of IT and computing. This course is part of the Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQ) initiative, meaning it’s been approved by employers and developed to meet the needs of the modern tech industry.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
006J
Institution Code
S26
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
64
In a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass in Access course with 60 credits overall including 45 Level 3 credits passed with a minimum of 64 UCAS in a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MPP
In a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE A*-C or 9-4 in English Language and Mathematics or a recognised equivalent.
HNC (BTEC)
M
For entry into the second year of the HND Computing for England - Cyber Security HTQ course a minimum of 120 credits at level 4 with an overall Merit profile in a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.
A level
C,C
A minimum of 2 A levels a Grade C in a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.
T Level
Pass (C and above)
In a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
EU, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £6,701 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |