Applied Computing (Full-time) (HNC)
The IT sector is full of exciting job opportunities in areas like software engineering, data management, artificial intelligence, networking, cyber security, user experience, and web technologies. By studying the HNC Applied Computing course, you will learn many important technical skills needed for these careers.
In this course, you will focus on managing data and creating applications to handle information. This includes learning about database systems and web applications. You will also gain skills to lead teams and manage projects, preparing you for leadership roles in the future.
We understand that you might still be figuring out which area of computing you are most interested in. That’s why our course offers a wide range of subjects to choose from. With help from experienced tutors, you can pick modules that match your interests and career goals.
Our Swansea campus provides a great place to learn, with lots of optional subjects supported by core modules. Whether you are interested in the technical side of computing or how it is used in the real world, this programme has something for you.
If you need a different way to enter our degree programmes, we offer a Foundation Year as part of our Widening Access initiative. This is perfect for those looking to change careers or update their skills to meet entry requirements.
In short, the HNC in Applied Computing at our Swansea campus is designed to give you a strong foundation in computing. It offers flexible learning options and support from experienced tutors, making it a great choice for anyone looking to start a career in IT.
Course details
- On-campus
- Full-time
- English
- Bilingual
Tuition Fees 24/25
Home (Full-time): £9,000 per year
Overseas (Full-time): £13,500 per year
Why choose this course?
What you will learn
We aim is to provide hands-on learning with a focus on practical skills and real-world applications. We combine theory with practice, ensuring that you are well-prepared for a successful career in computing.
You will study a broad range of subjects common to several courses within the Computing Portfolio, such as software development, cybersecurity and operating systems. These provide the underpinning required for later years and allow flexibility in choosing modules that meet student’s own personal goals. This approach gives a greater opportunity to develop skills most closely aligned to the student’s own industrial experience and needs. In the final year, you will undertake a major project which provides a focus for your studies.
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Course Disclaimer
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We listen to student feedback and insights from industry and from professionals to ensure that course content is high-quality and up-to-date, and that it offers the best possible preparation for your future career or study goals.
For this reason, there might be modifications to the content of your course over time, to keep up to date with changes in the subject area or in the sector. If a module is no longer running, we’ll make sure to keep you informed, and work with you to choose a different suitable module.
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Staff
Our People
You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses.
Further information
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48 UCAS tariff points
Grades are important; however, our offers are not solely based on academic results. We are interested in creative people that demonstrate a strong commitment to their chosen subject area and therefore we welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. To assess student suitability for their chosen course we normally arrange interviews for all applicants at which your skills, achievements and life experience will be considered as well as your qualifications.
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The School of Applied Computing aims to produce graduates that help shape the future of computing and information systems development. The course content is contemporary and shaped for employability through close links with local and national employers.
Students are assessed through a combination of worksheets, practicals, presentations, projects and examinations. Module assessment is often by assignment, or assignment and examination. The final mark for some modules may include one or more pieces of coursework set and completed during the module. Project work is assessed by written report and presentation.
Students are encouraged to use our links with Software Alliance Wales and Go Wales to work on commercial schemes for their Major Project module. Go Wales provides the opportunity of paid work placements with local businesses.
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It is possible to complete this programme of study without any additional costs.
Students may wish to purchase materials for modules, such as Independent Project but this is not a requirement and will have no bearing on the final grade achieved.
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You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.
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Our graduates have excellent employment prospects in the computing, teaching, lecturing and ICT industry, as well as in other areas of the economy. Recent statistics show that the vast majority are following their chosen career paths within six months of graduating.
Graduates would seek positions in application development, business systems analysis, database development and administration, information systems consultancy and management, etc.