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Access to HE Diploma (Computing)

Snapshot Progression routes Why choose us

Snapshot

Level:

Level 3

Subject Sector:

Information and Communication Technology

Credits:

Price:

£145.00 per student registered (other fees apply).

Age Range:

19+

QAA aim code:

40012803

The Access to HE Diploma (Computing) provides students with a foundation in computing principles and practices, preparing them for Higher Education in the IT and computing sectors. This diploma develops essential knowledge, subject-specific skills, and transferable skills, enabling students to become independent learners and potential IT and Computing professionals. Students gain a thorough understanding of computer systems, programming, and emerging technologies through diverse units and practical experiences.

Subject Areas

Learners studying this Diploma will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge and practical skills through a range of subject areas including:

Components of Computer Systems
Computational Methods
Computer Architecture
Digital Imaging and Video Production
Emerging Technologies
Application of Systems and Communications Technology
IT in Organisations
Multimedia Authoring
Multimedia Products
Networks
Software Development
Spreadsheet Modelling
Database Development
Systems Analysis
Web Site Design and Production
Mathematics
Study Skills

If you’d like to customise learning pathways for your learners, we can do that too. Just speak with our team to discuss your requirements.

Progression routes

Successful completion of this Diploma will open doors to a number of university courses, giving learners the chance to study a broad array of degrees leading to careers in:

Computer science
Software engineering
Business and IT
Web development
Games development

A university degree is not the only option to pursue; a Diploma can also lead to apprenticeships which can be studied at higher levels.

Why choose us

Skills and Education Group Access makes it easy to become an Access to HE Centre, with a simple approval process that will get you started quickly.

We’ll help you build specific, academically sound pathways to higher education, and guide you through the whole academic year.

Along with a dedicated team of external moderators to provide supportive visits, we offer flexibility to write your own assessments and help with assignment writing and the delivery of your Diploma.

You can choose to start delivery at traditional points in the year such as September or January, which may be suited to face-to face delivery, but with more interest in online delivery, it is possible to deliver all year round, with stepping on points to suit you and your students’.

To find out more about how to become a Skills and Education Group Access Centre, email us, or call us on 0115 854 1620.

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Access to HE Diploma (Computing) Specification

Providers

Kirklees College
Learndirect
Luminate Education Group
RNN Group
Stonebridge Associated Colleges
The Sheffield College
Northern College

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