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Derby University logo On 1st August 2012 Leek College merged with the University of Derby to become part of its Division of Further Education. From September 2013 everyone joining as a first year student on the Foundation Degrees and HNC’s delivered at Leek College will be studying on awards validated by the University of Derby. It is expected that the subjects offered will be similar to those we currently deliver and full details will be posted in the near future.

HNC in Web Development

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The HNC in Web Development is a course for those wishing to learn about the development of websites and related technologies. There is a strong practical emphasis on the course which introduces students to many leading edge technologies and industry standard software and tools.  It will enable you to design, develop and deploy interactive websites that integrate data, video, audio, and computer animations.
 
Sample Assignment - Adventure Land
 
An assignment for the Introduction to Rich Internet Applications module is to create a website for a theme park. To cover all age groups, the park is made up of different areas, Egg Land for under 5s, Mini Adventure for ages 5 to 10 and Giant Adventure World for those 11 and over.
 
These websites, created by students, contain a variety of media, graphics, animations, videos of roller coasters and audio etc.
 
 

Units Studied

HNC Modules

Introduction to Web Development,
Fundamental Programming Techniques (java),
Object Oriented Programming Techniques,
IT Skills, 
Personal Skills and Professional Computing
Computer and Multimedia Hardware Systems.

HND Modules (top up from HNC)

HND Computing Project,
Web Scripting (php),  
Further Web Development(HTML5, JavaScript), 
Introduction to Internet Rich Applications (video, animations), 
Introduction to Multimedia Development,
Web Development with Microsoft Technologies (ASP.NET, C#, Silverlight),
Interface Design and Interactions

Detailed information on each module can be obtained from Staffordshire University's website at http://www.staffs.ac.uk/current/student/modules/

How the course is assessed

Web Development is a highly practical discipline so most of the modules are assessed through coursework and realistic hands-on assignment.
 
Students are also expected to create portfolios of their designs/programs which are used as a means of assessment.
Some modules require written reports and or research.

What next?

Career prospects in Web Development are excellent with salaries above the national average. Web Designer, Web Developer and Software Developer are examples of professional IT jobs available. Although specifically aimed at Web Development, the course is also suitable for those looking for careers in Systems Development or general computing.
 
The course can also provide a route to an honours degree following the completion of an appropriate HND/ Foundation Degree.

Course Level

Level 4

Duration

2 years, part time.
One half day per week between 1.30pm and 9.00pm.
The HNC can be topped up to a HND or Foundation Degree with a further year of  study.

Entry Requirements

If you are aged between 18 and 21 the entry requirements are any Level 3 qualification and 4 GCSE passes.

Mature students are welcome and there are flexible entry requirements for those over 21 based on an interview with the Admissions Tutor.

Fees

£2040 per year. For information about financial support available (including the new Tuition Fee Loan for part-time students) and how to apply visit http://www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance or call 0845 300 5090.

Course Leader

Dave Dulson

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The internet influences virtually every aspect of our daily lives and today it is hard to find businesses or applications that do not use the web to some extent. It is very rewarding to help train the IT world of tomorrow.