Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing

Program Overview

The Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing is a two-year program that provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career in the computing field. The program focuses on developing industry-centric skills in software development, networking, and database design. Graduates can pursue careers in various IT and Computing specializations, including software developer, network engineer, and web developer.

Program Outline

Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing

Degree Overview:

• Aims to enhance career and employability in the Computing field.
• Develops critical awareness and industry-centric skills necessary for success.
• Equivalent to the first 2 years of a bachelor's degree.
• Allows seamless transfer to a top-up degree with over 200 universities worldwide.
• Focuses on building skills in specialist technical software development.
• Teaches students how to plan, design, and implement software solutions using current technologies.

Learning Objectives:

• Equip students with necessary computing skills, knowledge, and understanding to achieve high performance in the global computing environment.
• Offer exciting career progression opportunities into various specialisms in IT & Computing.
• Provide students with a global outlook and aspirations for international career pathways.
• Develop a strong practical foundation for students to enter or progress in employment in business-related fields or pursue a bachelor's degree in business or a related area of study.

Outline:

HND Computing Units – Year 1

Core Units:

• Programming
• Networking
• Professional Practice
• Database Design & Development
• Security
• Planning a Computing Project (Pearson-Set)
• Software Development Lifecycles

Optional Units:

• Website Design & Development

HND Computing Units – Year 2

Core Units:

• Computing Research Project (Pearson-set)
• Business Process Support

Optional Units:

• System Analysis and design
• User Experience and Interface Design
• Architecture
• Internet of Things

Careers:

• Graduates can pursue careers in various IT and Computing specializations.
• Entry requirements include minimum grades for various academic qualifications and work experience.