/ Higher Technical /
Start date:
September 2025
You'll need:
72 UCAS points (or equivalent) for mature students
UCAS code:
G550
Enter specific career paths within computing, or on completion, progress to your final year of a degree here at Roehampton. This course is equivalent to the first two years of undergraduate study.
Did you know?
You'll study an industry-focused course with specialist facilities and resources, expertise and employment links.
This course is approved by the Institute for Apprenticeship and Technical Education.
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Skills
Make your mark with the professional computing skills that matter most to employers.
Our two year Higher National Diploma Computing for England course is suitable for students finishing college or those re-entering education after employment or career break.
With a dedicated, expert and supportive tutor team, you will learn to apply your own ideas to the business world, deal with uncertainty and complexity, explore solutions, demonstrate critical evaluation and use both theory and practice in a wide range of real-world business situations.
An industry-recognised qualification, known to provide the practical and problem-solving skills needed by employers, will support a fast-track entry to employment for students entering or choosing a career-change within the employment market.
This course is equivalent to the first two years of undergraduate study.
While studying you will pick from one general pathway and five specialist pathways. Specialist pathways offered are:
- Software Engineering
- Applications Development and Testing
- Data Analytics
- Network Engineering
- Cyber Security
Pathways are mapped to the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education’s Occupational Standards, professional body standards and vendor-accredited certification (where appropriate) and can provide professional status and progression to direct employment.
A non-specialist ‘General’ pathway also allows you to complete your Diploma without committing to a particular professional specialism.
Plus, you’ll be supported through your course with a friendly, committed and available support team, offering wellbeing, professional, industry and career-related advice whenever you need it.
On completion of your studies, you will have the confidence to enter the employment market, with a sound understanding of the computing world and real-world understanding of how to apply your principles to it, or choose to progress to your final year of our degree-level course.
Learning
You will be taught using a range of methods, including lectures, practical sessions, seminars, workshops and work-based learning (placements).
The full-time courses include four modules (15 credits x 4) each semester, totalling eight modules (15 credits x 8) a year.
Lessons will be taught across two days per week (full-time).
Assessment
You'll be assessed using a variety of methods, tailored to both meet the needs of specific industries, and that best prepare you for the requirements of employment within their specialist areas.
Assessment methods will include (other methods may be used depending on subject specialism:
- Written coursework
- Portfolios
- Presentations
- Academic posters
- Interviews
- Professional discussions
- Practical assessments
- Exams
Assessments will be scheduled appropriately throughout semester 1 and 2 to provide you with the opportunity to utilise regular feedback opportunities with tutors.
You will be provided individual tutorial support prior to all assessment submissions.
Careers
Earn a diploma that you can do business with.
Our Higher National Diploma Computing for England will put you in a strong position for careers in:
- Network enginering
- Soft engineering
- Data analytics
- Security
- Intelligent systems
- Applications development and testing
You could also progress on to further study through a degree, a higher apprenticeship programme or continuing professional development.
How our careers service supports you
Our careers support team is available to support you from the start of your studies until after you graduate. They will help you build your CV, prepare for interviews, and meet and learn from successful graduates working at the top of their careers.
You’ll also have opportunities to benefit from our teaching teams links with industry, work with our University partners across London and globally, and to attend a Roehampton jobs fair where you can find out about graduate opportunities and meet employers.
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Applying
Full-time UK undergraduate students apply through UCAS.
The application process for Higher National Qualifications is to apply in the same way as undergraduate degree programmes.
Full-time students
Apply through UCAS (Roehampton UCAS institution code is R48). Our HNQs are in the undergraduate listings – search by course subject or use the filter option to select HNCs and HNDs.
Part-time students
Apply using our direct application form. Select undergraduate in the intended level of study dropdown, and then select the HNC or HND you want in the 'Which programme do you wish to apply for' dropdown.
If you need any help or advice with your application, or just want to ask us a question before you apply, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Detailed advice on applying for an undergraduate degree is available here.
Entry tariff
72 UCAS points (or equivalent) for mature students
We welcome applications from students studying T Levels.
For all courses we also accept a wide range of other qualifications and experience. Contact us to find out more.
When we consider applications to study with us, we form a complete view of your achievements to date, and future potential, and can offer flexibility in entry requirements. Find out more about our Contextual Offer scheme.
Specific entry requirements
Successful completion of the Higher National Certificate (HNC) year, at the University of Roehampton or another provider will allow you to register onto the Higher National Diploma.
Other qualifications will also be considered as well as relevant work experience, or an international equivalent to the above qualifications, credits achieved at other universities and your work/life experience.
If you need more help or information, get in touch through our enquiry form.
General entry requirements
September 2025 entry tuition fees
Year one fees
To be confirmed.
We offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries. See our 2024 financial support pages for UK students.
We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including free buses and on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you.
International undergraduate students apply through our direct application system.
The application process for Higher National Qualifications is to apply in the same way as undergraduate degree programmes.
International students
Apply using our direct application form. Select undergraduate in the intended level of study dropdown, and then select the HNC or HND you want in the 'Which programme do you wish to apply for' dropdown.
If you need any help or advice with your application, or just want to ask us a question before you apply, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Detailed advice on applying for an undergraduate degree is available here.
Entry tariff
72 UCAS points (or equivalent) for mature students
We welcome applications from students studying T Levels.
For all courses we also accept a wide range of other qualifications and experience. Contact us to find out more.
When we consider applications to study with us, we form a complete view of your achievements to date, and future potential, and can offer flexibility in entry requirements. Find out more about our Contextual Offer scheme.
Specific entry requirements
Successful completion of the Higher National Certificate (HNC) year, at the University of Roehampton or another provider will allow you to register onto the Higher National Diploma.
Other qualifications will also be considered as well as relevant work experience, or an international equivalent to the above qualifications, credits achieved at other universities and your work/life experience.
If you need more help or information, get in touch through our enquiry form.
General entry requirements
September 2025 entry tuition fees
Year one fees
To be confirmed.
We offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries. See our 2024 financial support pages for international students.
We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including free buses and on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you.
Need help or advice before applying?
Continuing Education
Our range of vocational qualifications will provide you with alternative pathways into your chosen career.
