About this Course
This qualification is designed to support learners who are interested in a two-year, full-time course that meets entry requirements for a course in computer-related study at higher education. The qualification enables learners to explore a choice of sector areas, enabling progression to either higher education or employment in the computing sector.
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What will I study?
You will study a range of topics including:
- Planning and Management of Computing Projects (Exam)
- Software Design and Development Project (Exam)
- Impact of Computing
- Virtualisation
- Computer Networking
- Object-oriented Programming
- IT Systems Securit
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Why study here?
- Learn from industry-experienced and well-qualified tutors who have spent
many years in both teaching and the industry sector. They also have specialist
qualifications and knowledge to bring to their teaching
- Participate in work placements to boost your skills
- Take part in cross-college events
- Hear from a range of guest speakers and benefit from our industry specific
qualification
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What are the entry requirements?
This qualification is designed to support learners who are interested in a two-year, full-time course that meets entry requirements for a course in computer-related study at higher education. The qualification enables learners to explore a choice of sector areas, enabling progression to either higher education or employment in the computing sector. Most learners come onto this course after successful completion of the Foundation Diploma in Computing due to this being the second year of the BTEC Level 3 Diploma
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How to apply?
You can apply using our online application form and clicking the Apply
Now button at the top of this page.
For more information support
with your enquiry or application please contact Student Services by emailing info@rotherham.ac.uk or by calling
01709 362111.
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What courses can I progress onto?
- Higher Education
- Apprenticeship
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What career pathways are available?
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How will I be assessed?
Your course assessments may include:
- Portfolio of evidence
- Assignments
- Exams
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Additional Information
While a uniform is not a necessary requirement we do have Computing ‘Hoodies’ which are available to buy if you wish
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Tuition Fees
- 16-18 year olds do not need to pay course fees
- Those aged 19 or over may not need to pay fees depending on their
circumstances. Find out if you qualify here.
If you need
further advice or guidance please contact the Enquiries Team on 01709
362111.
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Please Note
We make every effort to ensure information within our online course directory is accurate and a true representation of the courses we are offering in 2021-22 or 2022-23. However, we do reserve the right to make changes if necessary.
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