FdSc Computing Technologies
A vocational degree that places emphasis on practical learning and linking academic theory to practice and application, aligning with local business, industry-led assessments and work placements.
Why Choose This Course?
This course is suitable for students who have achieved a level 3 computing qualification and/or has relevant working industry experience.
The course has been devised to develop a wide range of employable skills and knowledge in the field of computing and is the result of consultations with employers, experts and specialist staff. You will build on some aspects of computing that you already know, but will also come across new and challenging work that will broaden your expertise and make you aware of new possibilities. Apart from learning about computer systems and networks, you will also develop skills in digital media, websites, databases and Linux.
You will undertake a work placement during the course that will provide an opportunity to engage with an employer, understand working practice and demonstrate your value in a way that will generate a positive reference for the future. Throughout the course, you will develop skills that will help prepare you for employment or for further study.
Top Course Highlights
Small Classes
Excellent Tutor Support
Modern Facilities
Subject Specific Lecturers
Industry recognised certifications
Alongside the FdSc Computer Technology, you will be given the opportunity to train and obtain recognised industry certifications such as CISCO, COMPTIA A+ and Network +.
Creative Practical Computing Projects
Investigate, analyse and create practical working solutions to a range of real-life business-related IT problems. Increase your ability to liaise, communicate and network with local and regional businesses and develop confidence and employment opportunities.
Workshops and Work Placements
Attend workshops, structured to encourage critical thinking and analysis, developing personal interests in various disciplines of computing. Gain valuable working industry experience within the IT sector through work placements.
What Will I Learn?
Modules:
Year 1
- Networks
- Client-Server Scripting
- Computer Systems
- Databases
- Digital Media Concepts
- Problem Solving and Programming
Year 2
- IT Security Forensics
- Object Orientated Programming
- Managing IT
- Project Management and group project
- Network Services
- Shell Programming & Scripting
Where Will It Take Me?
FdSc graduates often choose to continue their studies by taking an additional one year course which provides a ‘top-up’ to a BSc (Hons) degree. In the past, FdSc graduates have progressed on to employment with both national and regional employers.
Careers:
- Network Engineer
- Front End Developer
- Computer Engineer
- IT Support
- Public Services
Progression: FdSc Computer Technology graduates may progress on to a BSc (Hons) Applied Computing Technologies at Truro Campus or a BSc (Hons) Computing at the University of Plymouth.
Assessment Arrangements
Entry Requirements
Additional Information
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What you could earn
Potential Salary
£97,312
Entry Level Salary
£34,140
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