National 5 Computing Science SCQF 5

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Image of circuit board and computer chip

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About...

Computing science is vital to everyday life:socially, technologically and economically. Itshapes the world in which we live and its future.  It brings together elements of technology, science and creative digital media. Explore the role and impact of contemporary computing technologies, providing an insightinto the challenges, excitement and rewards inthis area of employment.

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Level SCQF 5

Delivery

Online: Virtual Schools Timetable or

Online Evening Class, Blended Learning:

  • Mondays 6 - 9pm
  • Optional Tutorial 5pm - 5.45pm
  • This course is open to the public

 

Location

  • Highland Council Virtual School
  • Online learning platform - Webex and our virtual learning environment (VLE) called Brightspace.  

Duration 1 Year

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Course content...

  • Software Design and Development
  • Computer Systems
  • Database Design and Development
  • Web Design and Development

What next...

On successful completion, you might consider studying Higher Computing Science or  from a range of our ICT courses now available up to degree level.

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Entry requirements...

Working towards National 5 Maths plus have some computing experience.