COMPUTING FOR INDUSTRY Level 6 BSc (Hons) Degree (Top-Up) Higher Level Apprenticeship

Level 6
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Portadown Campus
The Open University

Overview

The course provides students with the opportunity to apply and further expand on the knowledge gained at Level 5. Independent thinking, research skills and self-driven learning instil the professional skills required of a graduate. The modules selected will also blend in the technologies, skills, knowledge and resources required by industry.

The course supports students to develop a range of independent thinking and planning skills with the underpinning industry relevant curriculum knowledge and support to enable them to carry out a detailed research project.

The course aims to produce graduates who can apply their understanding, experience and specialist skills to the modern computing industry to be economically valuable to the Northern Ireland and UK economies and beyond.

The taught modules are delivered by experienced lecturing staff. You will normally have classes for 10 hours per week, comprising lectures, practical sessions and some blended learning. In addition, you will be expected to undertake independent study of approximately 12 hours per week.

Students are required to attend the Southern Regional College Portadown Campus during term-time, one full day per week. The remaining 4 days will be based with an employer. There is an expectation of independent study.

All staff delivering on this programme are highly experienced with an extensive skillset across all computing disciplines.

Please note this is exactly the same course as the part-time Computing for Industry BSc (Hons) Level 6 Degree (2 year Top-Up PT)- however the HLA element (1 day in College, 4 days in industry per week) ensures that no fees are applicable.

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SRC Level 6 Descriptors

Entry to the BSc Honours Computing for Industry Top-Up programme requires applicants to have successfully completed an Open University, Ulster University or Queen's University Belfast, Foundation Degree in a related Computing subject with a pass mark of 55% or above in Level 5 modules (or other relevant Level 5 qualifications such as a Pearson's Higher National Certificate/ Diploma) in a Computing related discipline.
Applicants should have attained GCSE English language and Maths at grade 4 (grade C) or above (or equivalent, for example, Essential Skills Level 2 literacy and numeracy qualifications are also accepted)
For entry to Higher Level Apprenticeships (HLA), employers may further enhance the entry criteria at their discretion. All applicants for HLAs will be interviewed by prospective employers to decide their suitability prior to being employed by a company. Each applicant must secure employment with a Northern Ireland based company with a minimum contract of 21 hours. Entrance to HLAs is subject to meeting DfE Operational requirements.

Please note that applicants progressing to higher education courses at Level 4 and above in the College or UK Universities may require a specific GCSE/A-Level profile. In some cases, the Essential Skills in Literacy and Numeracy may not be a suitable alternative to a GCSE.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to check each University’s progression requirements before enrolling on a course at the College.

A base campus has been listed for the purposes for any face-to-face delivery.

Research Methods for Computing Professionals.
Advanced Mobile and Cloud for Industry.
Emerging Technologies.
Programming and Web Technologies.
Dissertation Project.

Students will be assessed by coursework, practical assessments and examinations.

This Higher Level Apprenticeship is FREE and fully funded by the Department for the Economy.

The articulation route for successful graduates from this course allows for progression onto university master degree courses in computing related disciplines, subject to individual course requirements.

Employment opportunities may also exist on successful completion.

You could progress to a wide range of employment opportunities in Security e.g. Security Engineer, Systems and Infrastructure e.g. Network Analyst, ICT Operations e.g. IT Technician and Developer e.g. Software developer