113 Computing Preparatory Programs

The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing aims to enhance your career and employability in the areas of Computing by developing a critical awareness and industry-centric skills required to succeed in the field. This diploma is equivalent the first 2 years of a bachelors degree, allowing students seamless transfers to a top-up degree with over 200 universities worldwide.

This programme offers you comprehensive knowledge of computing principles, with particular reference to the analysis, design and implementation of computer applications in a business context.

Designed in partnership with experts from the University of Dundee’s School of Science and Engineering, this course will give you subject-specific preparation within Computing and will allow you to develop your ability to use software development tools. Upon completion of this course, you will continue onto your chosen degree with the University of Dundee School of Science and Engineering. 

NCI's Higher Certificate in Computing is an ideal starting point to your studies as it offers a clear path into the computing degrees at NCI and other institutions. This full-time course will provide you with all the skills you need to pursue a career in the Information and Communications Technology industry.

This course is designed to further develop the practical skills and theoretical understanding of computer systems, software, hardware, cyber security and games development. You will complete a range of units which are designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of the world of computing. You’ll develop industry relevant skills in our fantastic purpose-built computing labs, under the guidance of our expert staff, all of whom have extensive industry experience in the computing and IT sectors.

The Level 4 BTEC Higher National Certificate in Computing is a specialist technical programme with a strong work-related emphasis.

Whether you are already working in IT or would like to gain a higher level qualification to start your career, the HND will allow you to gain leading-edge skills in the field of computing and systems development through a nationally recognized qualification awarded by Pearson.

Master the fundamentals of computer science, programming and information technology. Gain direct entry into your second year of a wide range of bachelor’s degrees at the University of South Australia with a Diploma of Computing and IT. With a comprehensive introduction to computing and IT you will be ready to pursue a career in the ever-expanding field of IT.

The Computing Level 3 National Foundation Diploma is crafted to cater to students interested in pursuing Computing either as a standalone one-year course or as part of a full-time study program leading to the Extended Diploma. Recognized with UCAS tariff points, this qualification holds equivalence to 1.5 A Levels in terms of size. Throughout the course, students will acquire a comprehensive understanding of key computing concepts and technologies, preparing them for various roles within the field.

The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing aims to enhance your career and employability in the areas of Computing by developing a critical awareness and industry-centric skills required to succeed in the field. This diploma is equivalent the first 2 years of a bachelor’s degree, allowing students seamless transfers to a top-up degree with over 200 universities worldwide.

Located just outside of Seattle, Washington, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) now offers an associate degree and applies a bachelor's degree in computing and software development.

Quantum mechanics provides the basis for a new computing paradigm. In the 1990s Shor's algorithm which exponentially speeds up classical integer factorization demonstrated the theoretical power of quantum computers. Recently, the development of quantum computers is making great progress and we need to learn how we can use the advantage of quantum computers.

Computing and IT is at the cutting edge of digital communication technology, working to produce innovative and creative projects in every aspect of our lives. There are exciting possibilities in this sector including software development, programming, digital design, virtual reality and more. Whether you want to improve your PC skills, develop applications and games, create websites or learn about networking, our ICT, computing and computer science courses will equip you with the skills for a career in this fast-paced and innovative industry.

This course is designed to develop the practical skills and theoretical understanding of information technology, computer systems, software and hardware. You will complete a range of units which are designed to give you a fundamental understanding of the world of computers and how they can be used, improved and repaired. You’ll develop your skills in our fantastic purpose-built computing labs, under the guidance of our expert staff, all of whom have extensive industry experience in the computing and ICT sectors.

If you’re a tech-savvy individual who wants to work in the fast-paced world of computing and digital systems but don’t yet meet the entry requirements for higher education, our Access to HE Computing programme will prepare you to continue your studies in Computing and Digital Technologies. This is a Level 3 Diploma approved by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) for adult learners who are returning to study or who left school without the essential qualifications for undergraduate study. You will study a wide range of topics, including programming, network engineering, cyber security and web animation.