This Higher National Certificate (HNC) is the first step towards your degree, which follows this pathway: Year 1: Higher National Certificate (HNC) Year 2: Higher National Diploma (HND) Years 3/4: Top-up degree to convert your HND into a full degree An HNC in Computing will develop your technical skills through applied learning across a wide-ranging study of the computing sector – perfect if you want to pursue or advance your career in computing. The course starts each September and is awarded by Pearson. Course highlights   It provides a route into careers related to computing including software design, computer networking and more You will have the opportunity to gain CISCO CCNA Introduction to Networks and Introduction to Cyber Security qualifications during your course One-year qualification to be followed up with an HND Taught at University Centre Farnborough, with modern facilities including our high-quality computing suite with access to the latest software You will enhance your knowledge, understanding and skills to set you up ready to enter into  successful employment in the computing industry   Why study this course with us? Computing is at the forefront of everyday life in the 21st century, evolving at a fast rate. The ability to adapt with the industry and to understand different computing systems could lead to a variety of interesting tech-based careers. At Farnborough, you will develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to succeed in an IT environment. Not only will you develop skills specific to IT, you will also develop behaviours for work, for example by undertaking a group project or responding to a client brief. As part of the course you will earn vendor qualifications including CISCO CCNA Introduction to Networks and Introduction to Cyber Security, which are recognised by employers. An HNC in Computing will allow you to study key areas of computing before moving onto a Higher National Diploma in your second year, where specialist pathways are available.