Higher National Diploma in Computing

Diploma
HND
PEARSON
Taught in English

Overview

This HND programme provides students with a solid foundation in computing, covering core programming, networking, databases, security, professional practice, software development, AI, and emerging technologies. It blends academic theory with industry-relevant practical skills for progression to employment or further study (e.g. top-up to a Bachelor's degree).

Objectives

Course Structure

Semester 1 : Level 4 Core Foundations

Programming
Networking
Professional Practice
Security

Semester 2 : Applied Knowledge & Project Planning

Database Design & Development
Planning a Computing Project (Pearson-set)
Software Development Lifecycles
Fundamentals of AI & Intelligent Systems (Optional)

Semester 3 : Advanced Systems & Research

Computing Research Project (Pearson-set)
Business Process Support
Data Structures & Algorithms

Semester 4 : Specialisation & Innovation

Machine Learning
Applied Cryptography in the Cloud
Information Security Management
Emerging Technologies (Optional)

Programme duration

The HND Computing programme is a 2-year diploma consisting of 4 semesters.

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