Shrewsbury Colleges Group
Computing HNC
Shrewsbury Colleges Group

Key Course Facts

Course Description

Computing is consistently one of the popular university level courses that we offer. The career progression opportunities within computing are huge as this is a fast paced and constantly changing industry sector to work in. This fascinating course is delivered by qualified industry-experienced teachers in our suitably equipped labs and workshops at the London Road Campus. We’ll support and equip you with the skills you need to pursue a career in the computing and IT industry or further continue your studies in Higher Education. There is a large practical based element and learning is mainly assessed through the production of technical artefacts and reports.

The HNC and HND HTQ are widely recognised and valued higher education university level qualifications. These programmes are designed to prepare and develop people for advancement in Computing and IT.

On achieving the HNC qualification, graduates may continue academic study to HND, or move directly into employment in a range of computing and IT roles.

On achieving the HND qualification, graduates may continue academic study to top-up to a BSc(Hons) degree, or move directly into employment in a range of Computing and IT roles.

Your work for both qualifications will be continually assessed throughout the course. The assessment will depend upon the module being studied. Typical assessment methods include assignments, developing portfolios, examinations, presentations, and a Pearson set project.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Computing, HNC, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Computing HNC

England UK £7425 year 1
Northern Ireland £7425 year 1
Scotland £7425 year 1
Wales £7425 year 1

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

August 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

UCAS application code:

COMC

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FAQ about Computing HNC Shrewsbury Colleges Group

  • Tuition fees for this programme are 7425 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.

  • Computing HNC is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Shrewsbury Colleges Group.