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Computing Cyber Security

South and City College Birmingham

UCAS Code: 004G | Higher National Diploma - HND

Entry requirements


A level

E,E-A*

Access to Higher Education qualifications from a kite marked course is accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

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48

You will need a minimum of 48 UCAS points which may be gained from the following qualifications: •Two A Levels •One A Level plus an AS Level pass in an appropriate subject •A BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma •A BTEC National Certificate •A level 3 diploma or equivalent such as NVQ, GNVQ, International Baccalaureate, Scottish Certificate of Education •A recognised (Kite marked) Access course In addition, you will need GCSE English and Maths at grade A-C, or level 2 equivalent Alternatively, if you have significant relevant work experience or other professional qualifications you may be eligible for the course. Contact the College who will be able to advise and discuss your suitability for the course.

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About this course


Course option

2years

Full-time | 2024

The emphasis is on implementing computing solutions for the modern computing environment e.g. energy, transport, high-tech houses, mobile technology, monitoring & smart sensors, green & sustainability technology to name but a few. In the first year you will have one mini-project and one group project. In the second year you will have one/two mini-project/s and a main project. This will enable you to apply the skills that you have developed to complete a practical task of your choice. In the past, previous students have designed websites, mobile apps, Windows apps and networks.

Tuition fees

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England
£6,000
per year
EU
£6,000
per year
Northern Ireland
£6,000
per year
Scotland
£6,000
per year
Wales
£6,000
per year

The Uni


Course location:

Digbeth Campus - Main Site

Department:

Computing

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