ATHE HND in Computing (240 Credits)
Course Description
This HND (Higher National Diploma) qualification consists of ATHE Level 5 Diploma plus ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Computing having 240 credits value and is the equivalent to the second year of a university Bachelor’s (Hons) degree. It has been designed for learners who wish to progress into the final year of an IT related Bachelor’s (Hons) degree in the UK universities or in Australia or Europe with some credit exemptions.
This Level 5 qualification is an ideal choice of college leavers who want to complete a fast- track international qualification and to start with an entry level or an intermediate level employment in the IT Sector.
The objective of this qualification is to provide learners with an excellent foundation for a career in a range of organisations. It designed to ensure that each learner is ‘business ready’: a confident, independent thinker with a detailed knowledge of Information Technology, and equipped with the skills to adapt rapidly to change.
The qualification is ideal for those who have started, or are planning to move into, a career in private or public sector business. Successful completion of this Higher National Diploma in Information Technology will provide learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment.
Who is it for ?
- Secondary school leavers or college graduates looking for global opportunities to work in the IT sector in the software development, Networking, or system designing.
- IT professionals working in the intermediate or junior level positions but not having a formal qualification to uplift their career to a senior level.
- College graduates with the previous foundation level qualifications in premedical, pre-engineering, fine arts, general science, and commerce who want to pursue a career in the IT sector or to start their own IT services related business.
- College leavers who want to apply for study abroad in UK to get the direct entry into the final year of the bachelor’s degree.
- Aspirants who want to apply for study Abroad in UK, Australia, and Europe to get an entry into the Bachelor’s degree with some credit exemptions.
- College leavers who want to start their professional career at the early stage of their life and to grow themselves independently without depending on the parents for further studies.
What you will study
This ATHE Higher National diploma (240 credits) qualification comprised of two sequential levels of the undergraduate qualification:
Stage 2
ATHE Level 5 Diploma in Computing (120 credits)
Stage 1
ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Computing (120 credits)
To achieve the ATHE Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing you need to Pass the all two aforementioned stages in a sequential order where you will study the following modules of 120 credits in each stage and totaling 240 credits:
- Stage 1
- Stage 2
ATHE Level 4 Diploma
Computing
Mandatory Units
IT and Society (12 credits)
Computer Systems and Software (12 credits)
Computer Programming (12 credits)
Relational Database Systems (12 credits)
Software Engineering (12 credits)
Systems Analysis and Design (12 credits)
E-commerce Applications (12 credits)
Human Computer Interaction (12 credits)
Information Systems Theory and Practice (12 credits)
Management Information Systems (12 credits)
ATHE Level 4 Diploma
Computing
Mandatory Units
IT and Society (12 credits)
Computer Systems and Software (12 credits)
Computer Programming (12 credits)
Relational Database Systems (12 credits)
Software Engineering (12 credits)
Systems Analysis and Design (12 credits)
E-commerce Applications (12 credits)
Human Computer Interaction (12 credits)
Information Systems Theory and Practice (12 credits)
Management Information Systems (12 credits)
Awarding Institution
How you will learn
We deliver a dynamic study experience, taking you beyond the classroom so that you can apply your learning to real-world business challenges, including delivering practical solutions for your own organisation. You will be inspired by a mix of:
- Face-to-face and virtual lectures
- Case studies
- Role play
- Debates
- Online discussions
- Presentations
- Enquiry-based learning
- Problem-solving activities
- Industry seminars and conferences
- Guest speakers
- Visits to various business organizations
“Moodle” is the Learning Management System (LMS) provided by CGL where we provide you with the key reading and research resources via ON-DEMAND LEARNING, and you can learn conveniently by managing your own class schedule in your busy routine.
Assessment
- This course is assessed through 100% coursework with a range of methods, such as essays, research reports, presentations, group work and practical reports.
- The submitted assignments would be graded as PASS, MERITor DISTINCTION.
Entry Requirements
To apply for this ATHE HND in Computing programme applicant should meet one of the following entry requirement:
- Level 3 Diploma in any Discipline.
- A Levels or equivalent international qualification in any discipline.
- FSc/ FA/ I.com/ 12th Grade or intermediate in any discipline.
- Applicants having O Levels, Matric or 10th Grade with some work experience will be considered on case to case basis.
- Applicants with Level 4 Diploma in computing or IT can get a direct entry into the Level 5 or Stage 2.
- Applicants over 21 years of age having a relevant work experience can also apply, as a mature learner, without having any formal qualification.
- We welcome applications from international students. If your first language is not English you will be expected to have overall IELTS 6 (with at least 5.5 in each component). You may be exempt from providing evidence of English language proficiency if you have gained your previous qualification from an English Speaking university or awarding body.
- All applications are considered on an individual basis. Applicants may be invited to an interview, either on campus at CGL or online, as part of the application process.
How to apply
When submitting your application, please attach the following documents:
- One ID proof which could be your Passport or Government issued ID card.
- Degree Certificate or transcript of your latest qualification.
The strong international perspectives of this Level 5 qualification from a prestigious British awarding body bring a whole new dimension to your CV. Our emphasis on work-based learning also equips you to apply your knowledge in ways which make an immediate impact – whether you are embarking on a new role or advancing your professional practice within your own organisation.
Equally important are the integrated support modules which will help you plan the next stage of your professional development. You can boost your employability through access to career coaching, mentoring and career development workshops organised by the CGL.
Our “Careers and Employability Service” will provide you with support from day one of your course to ensure you leave CGL as a “work-ready” graduate – industry aware, motivated and enterprising. Throughout your studies, you‟ll also benefit from our Personal Development Planning (PDP) scheme which enables you to reflect on your learning and develop your career ambitions.
We provide the internships and employment opportunities in the renowned organisations at our panel to all our on-campus graduates of the CGL Graduate School in their relevant fields as per the chosen course or specialisation.Further Study
- Successful graduates of ATHE Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing are accepted in the universities for the final year of an IT related Bachelor’s degree in UK and a regular entry with some credit exemptions in Australia and Europe universities.
- Diploma graduates can progress towards the UK Level 6 diploma qualification or step into the professional career by a direct entry into the employment.
- We are a UK based multinational organisation located in the East London having international campuses in USA and Pakistan; providing quality services as one of the best Immigration Consultants, Study Abroad Consultants, and a leading college providing British higher education all around the world through our On-Campus and Online Study Options at CGL Graduate School.
- We are the registered learning providers in England approved by the UK Register of Learning Providers with UKPRN No. 10087594.
- We, as one of the top Immigration Consultants in England, Pakistan, and USA with approved IRCC consultants in our team for Canadian immigrations, provide free profile assessment and the best possible routes for our clients, students and graduates to enhance their scores or to get in the pool for the immigration to Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Europe.
- Our experts provide free guidance to the graduates and students of CGL Graduate School to wisely choose their career towards the Immigration and Study Abroad options in top destinations worldwide.
- As a representative of 300+ universities and colleges from the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Europe our successful clients ranked us as best Study Abroad Consultants in England, Pakistan, and USA.
- As one of the best colleges for Software Engineering or Computer Science programmes in England, Pakistan, and USA our all worldwide recognised qualifications at CGL Graduate School are regulated by the Ofqual and recognised by the World Education Services (WES), ICAS, and all other evaluating agencies in Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
- Presently, more than 9000 students from 44 nationalities are studying at CGL through our global campuses.
- CGL Graduate School is one of its kinds in Pakistan which provides the UK degrees and diploma programmes with internships and the job placement opportunities to its students and graduates through its YES (Young Employable Scholar) programme.
- We provide flexible class schedule for working professionals through our ON-DEMAND LEARNING.
- We are the pioneer institution in the Pakistan which linked up the international education with Study Abroad and the Immigration Consultancy together.
- Flexible payment plan split into the monthly instalments along with the payment options via debit or credit card.
- Foreign qualified experienced professors graduated from the world’s top ranked universities with international exposure.