Access to HE Diploma Computing and Digital Technologies

• Course details, fees and dates

  Course Code 23-FL3AC-COM-1

  Start Date Monday 04 Sep 2023

  How long is the course? 32 weeks

  What time does the course start? TBC

  What time does the course end? TBC

  When does the course run? Mon, Tue & Wed

  How much does the course cost? Tuition fee £3,022 Certification fee £100 Materials fee £0 = Total fee £3,122

  Is this course eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan? Yes

  Is there a registration fee? Yes

  Are concessions available? No

  Examining Body OCNLR

  Is an interview required? Yes

• What will I study and learn?

  This is a brand new qualification with a choice of units which could be adapted according to the size and interests of the group.
  
  There are two mandatory units which include:

  • Finding and Reading Information (ungraded)
  • An Extended project (graded.

  You will also have to study 4 further Study Skills units which include:

  • Basic Arithmetic Skills
  • Multimedia Presentation
  • Note-taking and Note-making
  • Report Writing

  There are then a whole range of other units which will differ depending on whether your interests lie in;

  • Computer Science such as Computer Architecture and Software Resting
  • Digital Technologies such as Robotics and Cybersecurity,
  • Data bases
  • Data Structures
  • Networking
  • Social Media
  • Programming
  • Web Design

  You will be taught in our specialist classroom with access to a range of computer systems and networking devices. You will need to dedicate several hours outside of the classroom to research and completion of assessments.

• How is the course assessed?

  The following assessment methods could be used to assess the units within this Diploma. These could include a number of the following, but at least part of one graded subject specific unit must include a formal examination taken under timed conditions.

  • Artefacts
  • Case studies
  • Oral presentation
  • Practical tasks/demonstrations
  • Question and answer (written and oral)
  • Tests/exams with seen or unseen papers
  • Tutor observation
  • Worksheets
  • Written assignments

  In order the gain the Access to HE Diploma, learners must achieve a total of 60 credits. Of these 60 credits, 45 credits must be achieved at Level 3 from graded subject specific units. Graded units can be awarded at Pass, Merit or Distinction. The remaining 15 credits must be achieved at Level 2 or Level 3 from study skills units which are ungraded.

• What are the formal entry requirements?

  Minimum Requirements - 5 GCSEs at grade A*-C/9-4 including English or Maths.

  However, you do not necessarily need previous qualifications, as we will take your life experience into account. Applicants for this course will be expected to have some business knowledge. Please note that this is a very demanding course, equivalent to an A level programme, so ideally you will have a good level of literacy and numeracy (GCSE grade A-C standard) in order to succeed.
  
  You will have an initial assessment to assess your suitability for the course. If successful, you will be invited for an interview. If you are not quite ready, we may offer you another course that will prepare you for the Access course.

• What can the course lead to?

  Achieving this qualification will allow you to progress onto a variety of HE courses which include

  • Artificial Intelligence / Robotics
  • Computer Science
  • Cyber Security
  • Data Analytics
  • Data Science
  • Digital Technologies
  • Games Design
  • Games Development
  • Information Systems
  • Software Engineering and a wide range of combined and related degrees.