In Stage 3 of the programme, the
full-time learner will undertake a ten
month work placement in a meaningful
and relevant area in order to enhance
understanding and contextualise
studies from Stage 1 and Stage 2.
The programme is designed to embed
various transferable skills across all
modules. Skills such as teamwork,
troubleshooting, communication,
problem solving, reflective thinking and
analytical reasoning are embedded
throughout the programme.
Computing is an exciting and rapidly
developing field of study that offers
excellent employment prospects and
well-paid careers. The programme
covers the breadth of the computing
discipline incorporating core topics
of software development, database
technology, computer networking,
operating systems, computer security
and web technologies.