Computing
HNC
Shrewsbury Colleges Group

Key Course Facts
Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £27334 | £25150 | £29857 |
25-75 percentile range | £23230 - £32967 | £18886 - £32933 | £21689 - £41100 |
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Course Description
A key progression path for those completing the Pearson BTEC National Diploma, A levels or those in a related role in industry is the level 4 Higher National Certificate. This is a full time one year course and can be followed by a second year to gain the Higher National Diploma. On completion students can opt to do a one-year top up to gain a BSc degree in Computing at University, via a Higher Apprenticeship or they can move directly into industry. The HNC in Computing will provide learners with a solid foundation in Computing. The work-related programme of study covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills required in the computing sector and also offers particular specialist emphasis through the selection of specialist units.
What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Computing, HNC you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
This particular course
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 | £6750 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £6750 | year 1 |
Scotland | £6750 | year 1 |
Wales | £6750 | 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:
January 1, 2024
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)
About Shrewsbury Colleges Group
Shrewsbury College is an institution that provides A-level and vocational courses for school leavers, as well as Higher Education and apprenticeship programmes. Their main campus can be found in the English county of Shropshire, in the south-east suburb of Sutton Farm.
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