Computing (Vocational)

For All courses except Beauty - choose three first choice subjects from four different option blocks. You will be asked just before submitting your application to choose three second choice subjects. They must be from the same Option Blocks as you first choices. For instance, if your first three choices are from Blocks A,B and D your second choice courses must also be from Blocks A, B and D

For Beauty just choose this subject by itself.

In order to follow an academic Level 3 programme of study you must achieve five or more GCSE (or equivalent) Grade 5 or above, including English Language or Literature and Mathematics.

In order to follow a vocational or mixed Level 3 programme of study, it is desirable that you achieve five or more GCSE (or equivalent) Grade 5 or above, including English Language or Literature and Mathematics. Those students without a 4 in English or mathematics, will take a level 2 qualification in these as part of their studies.

In addition you must achieve the GCSE grades specified for individual subjects which is outlined under each of the course descriptions

The BTEC Computing course provides students with a solid foundation for understanding and applying this subject in their future working lives. It enables students to make the leap from passive consumers to active programmers of computerised systems. They will develop skills in a range of different types of software and work according to business and real-world related scenarios, to produce evidence for coursework. They will also understand the theory of Computer Science.

Unit 1 - Programming Fundamentals

• Introduction to programming, logic and number
• Data structures, functions
• Program development
• Issues relating to developing computer
• programs

Unit 2 - Computer Network Security and Encryption

• Computer networks
• Network security
• Encryption
• Evaluating cyber security and encryption
• solutions

Unit 3 - Human Computer Interaction

• Explore the factors affecting human-computer interaction,
• Develop a proposal and designs for a human- computer interaction solution in response to a brief.
• Develop your planned human-computer interaction solution in response to the brief

Unit 4 - Practical Programming

• Explore principles of computing related to software development
• Manage the development of a software solution

The course will test your skills and knowledge of Computer Science. It will provide you with the opportunity to show your skill level and what you can do. It will also give you the opportunity to show your knowledge of the theory of Computer Science and how it relates to the real world.

In order to follow a Vocational or mixed Level 3 programme of study you should have achieved five or more GCSE (or equivalent) Grade 5s or above, including English Language or Literature and mathematics although we will apply some flexibility where you can demonstrate aptitude and enthusiasm for this subject, yet you may not fully match our entry requirements. Those students without a 4 in English or mathematics, will take a level 2 qualification in these as part of their studies.

BTEC Computing students have many options to choose from once they finish their studies, including degree courses in IT, Computer Science, Computer Games Modelling and Computer Games Development. Career opportunities available also include: Web Development, Games Programming, Help Desk Technician, Application Development.