Overview of the programme
This innovative and flexible programme provides a broad-based educational experience to students of IT. You can choose to follow a path through to BA (Hons) Computing or choose to leave after gaining the HNC or HND in Computing.

The course is taught by experienced academic staff, many of whom have a background in IT. Their knowledge is invaluable at bringing this course to life and giving you the best balance of theory with practical application. To achieve practical elements WOI encourages students to seek work in IT roles and in many cases the college will support finding a placement.

The Higher Nationals in Computing are internationally recognised IT qualifications which provide students with a thorough grounding in a broad range of subjects which are relevant to the modern IT world, and if required, access to a range of university degree conversion programmes in related subjects.

Course Structure and Content
This course is very much geared towards the requirements of today's IT specialist and covers traditional topics of databases and spreadsheets as well as the developing applications for the World Wide Web and network communications. Key modules include:

1. Applications in IT
2. Communications
3. Systems Analysis and Design
4. Advanced Database Applications
5. Databases and Principles of Visual Programming
6. Web technologies

Entry Requirements:
Students should have studied to UK ‘A’ Level or equivalent (16-18 standard) and/or should be able to demonstrate evidence of relevant experience in IT. Tutors will be able to advise on individual eligibility.

All applications from mature candidates, continuing professional development seekers and from candidates with qualifications other than A levels/BTEC are encouraged and will be given full consideration.

For international students: English proficiency: IELTS (or equivalent) band 6.0) or a pre-sessional English course will be mandatory.

Duration and Progression
Students normally qualify for the HNC in one year; conversion to the HND takes a further year and students who choose to continue their studies may then gain a BA (Hons) by joining the final year.

Costs
£900 per year for UK/EU students; international students- £3500 per year. Bursaries (financial support) may be available