Administration & Information Technology HND

The course is unitised/credit based. To gain the HND, 30 credits are required. Units studied will be from a mix of both core and optional.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Typical applicants will be expected to have at least two Higher qualifications. Applicants should be familiar with IT and show an aptitude for the subject or have successfully completed the appropriate non-advanced College course having shown good achievement. For those returning to education, life skills and experience in the workplace may allow entry subject to availability.

Please note: Applicants should be aware that a laptop is required for this course.

WHO IS THE COURSE FOR?

This course is designed for students who would like to gain a general business qualification which will allow them to follow a career in the private or public sector at entry or supervisory level, or undertake study at a higher level.

For further information on this course, please visit the SQA website
www.sqa.org.uk

Please note: Applicants should be aware that a laptop is required for this course.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

This course is mainly assessed on a continuous basis and does not include an external end-of-course examination. Coursework takes the form of essays, reports, presentations, case studies and practical projects. Most of the assessment of student work is undertaken by College staff.

PROGRESSION ROUTES / CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Partnerships with several universities allow successful candidates to be considered for direct entry to year 3 of an appropriate degree course. Employment opportunities may include employment as trainee managers, departmental managers, administration or training assistants.