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Overview
This course will provide you with practical and theoretical skills in a range of vital technology areas such as Cyber Security, Software Development, and IT Services.
With a rapidly growing digital economy there is a need for a workforce with the necessary skillset to match this demand. This course provides a platform to develop your fundamental technical computing skills.
The course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 6.
Minimum entry requirements
- Three National 5 Qualifications at grade C or above including English and Mathematics or Computing Science; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications or experience.
Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.
Additional selection requirements
You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject area or we'll make an offer based on your application form.
What you study
- Authoring a Website (SQA subject).
- Develop Software Using Structured Query Language.
- Develop Software Using C#.
- Programming for Mobile Devices.
- Network Fundamental.
- Data Security.
- Server Administration Fundamentals.
- Ethical Hacking.
- Management of Projects.
- PC Passport: Working with IT Software - Word Processing and Presenting Information.
- Intro to Virtualisation.
After the course
This course is designed to be used as an entry-level qualification for the HNC programmes outlined below.
Continuing Study
Successful students can progress on to one of the following Higher National level courses:
- HNC Computer Science.
- HNC Software Development.
- HNC Cyber Security.
On successful completion of studies at HNC/D level, you will be eligible to apply to degree courses at several universities including Glasgow Caledonian University, University of West of Scotland and Napier University.
How the course is taught
A wide range of teaching methods are employed to ensure you are engaged with the course. We deliver a mix of lectures, hands-on labs, group work and, where possible, guest speakers.
Materials
All learning materials are available on our Canvas Learning platform and practical labs are taken in our fully equipped rooms using industry standard systems.