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Introduction
Why choose this course?
Key features
 Developed in collaboration with DMU and Leicester College
Building on a long-standing partnership, with academic expertise enhancing your technical and practical skills
 Gain a professional computing qualification
The first two years of study will lead to the award of HND at Leicester College, after which you can apply to top-up to an undergraduate Computing degree at De Montfort University
 Flexible learning
Gain a professional qualification without immediately committing to a full term of study. This course also provides the opportunity to access degree-level study upon successful completion
 Graduates with successful careers
Computing HND graduates have gone on to work as computer and systems engineers, database managers and software developers, at companies such as the National Grid, Caterpillar, Bosch, Royal Bank of Scotland and Rolls Royce
 Develop sought-after technical and practical skills
Including computer technology, database design, internet technology, programming, multimedia, interactive systems design and systems development
 Develop your practical skills in our specialist facilities
You will learn in dedicated laboratories at Leicester College, equipped with high-specification PCs and professional-standard software, and benefit from state-of-the-art display facilities in laboratories and lecture theatres.
Overview
Please note: this course was previous titled 'Computing HND'
This course is a stepping-stone towards a full honours degree in Computing. Delivered at Leicester College, the first two years of study lead to the award of HND after which you can top-up to an undergraduate degree in Applied Computing. Top-up to a BSc degree requires an additional year of full-time study at the De Montfort University campus.
The modules on this HND have been very carefully designed to provide a fully integrated course of study. Key skills in English and mathematics, business skills including report writing, group work, planning projects and making presentations are fully contextualised within the academic subject content.
The course is especially suitable if you wish to gain a professional qualification without immediately committing to a full term of study, if you are a mature student returning to study, or if you have entry qualifications below those required to start the full degree.
Modules
Year 1
Block 1: Foundations of Computing
Block 2: Programming in Python
Block 3: Data Analytics and Statistics
Block 4 : Information Systems Analysis and Design
Year 2
Block 1: Programming with APIs and Framework
Block 2: Business Intelligence
Block 3: Information and Database Development (15)
Block 3: Intro to Information Security (15)
Block 4: Integrated Project
Note: All modules are indicative and based on the current academic session. Course information is correct at the time of publication and is subject to review and license approval by Pearson. Exact modules may, therefore, vary for your intake in order to keep content current. If there are changes to your course we will, where reasonable, take steps to inform you as appropriate.
Entry Criteria
ENTRY REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Home Office Share Code
For EU students only.
IF no Qualification
Please provide CV with at least 2 years of work experience, and employee reference letter.
Entry criteria
 Five GCSEs at grade C or above, including English and Mathematics, plus one of the following:
 Normally 48 UCAS points from at least one A-level or equivalent or
 BTEC National Diploma/ Extended Diploma at MPP or
 Pass in the QAA Access to HE. English and Mathematics GCSE required as a separate qualification as equivalency is not accepted within the Access qualification. We will normally require students to have had a break from full-time education before undertaking the Access course or
 International Baccalaureate: 24+ points
Portfolio Required : No
Interview Required: No
We welcome applications from mature students with non-standard qualifications and recognise all other equivalent and international qualifications.
English language – If English is not your first language we require an English language level of IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each component or equivalent.
English Language tuition, delivered by our British Council accredited Centre for English Language Learning , is available both before and throughout the course if you need it.
Contextual offer
To make sure you get fair and equal access to higher education, when looking at your application, we consider more than just your grades. So if you are eligible, you may receive a contextual offer. Find our more about contextual offers.
Assessment
ASSESSMENT METHODS
1. INTERNAL ENGLISH TEST if you don't have an English accredited certificate
2. Academic Interview
Teaching and Assessment
This course uses a variety of teaching methods including lectures, tutorials, computer laboratory sessions, collaborative learning and self-directed study. A number of modules are assessed by coursework only and involve group work.
Assessment in each module is designed to meet its specified learning outcomes. Methods of assessment will include time constrained phase tests, portfolios of work, laboratory exercises, exams, reports and presentations.
You will normally attend around 14-16 hours of timetabled taught sessions each week, and are expected to undertake at least 24 further hours of directed independent study and assignments as required.
Career Opportunities
Graduate Careers
Successful completion of this course can provide an opportunity to top-up to one of the computing undergraduate degrees at DMU.
Recent graduates are now working as computer engineers, systems engineers, database managers, software developers, development and support officers, in personal identity security for smart cards and smart phones, and in teaching in Computing and ICT. Recent graduates are working for companies like the National Grid, Caterpillar, Bosch, Royal Bank of Scotland and Rolls Royce.
DMU Global
This is our innovative international experience programme which aims to enrich your studies and expand your cultural horizons – helping you to become a global graduate, equipped to meet the needs of employers across the world.
Through DMU Global, we offer a wide range of opportunities including on-campus and UK activities, overseas study, internships, faculty-led field trips and volunteering, as well as Erasmus+ and international exchanges.
Top-up Year
Upon successful completion of the programme you will be eligible to apply for a top-up to a full undergraduate degree at DMU, to further enhance your skills, knowledge and employability.
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