Higher National Diploma in Computing (Software Engineering)
Program Overview
University Programs
The university offers a wide range of programs, including:
- Masters Programs
- Online Executive MBA - CMU
- MBA Strategic Management & Leadership - CMU
- MBA International - CCCU
- MBA International (Top- up)
- MBA - University of Gloucestershire (GLOS)
- MBA with Supply Chain Management - Abertay University
- MBA with HR and Organizational Psychology - Abertay University
- MBA with Healthcare Management- Abertay
- MBA with Finance and Risk Management - Abertay University
- MBA with Engineering Management - Abertay University
- MBA with Information Technology - Abertay University
- MBA with Health and Safety Leadership - Abertay University
- MBA with Management of Public Health
- MBA with Cyber Governance and Law - Abertay University
- MBA with Entrepreneurship & Innovation - Abertay University
- MBA with Business Analytics - Abertay University
- MBA with Educational Leadership - Abertay University
- MBA with Operations and Project Management - Abertay University
- MBA with Marketing Intelligence & Big data - Abertay University
- MBA with Sales and Marketing - Abertay University
- MBA with Technology Management - Abertay University
- MBA with Sustainable Tourism and Hospitality Management - Abertay University
- MBA with Sustainability and Environmental Studies - Abertay University
- MBA with Sustainable Banking and Finance - Abertay University
- MBA with Supply Chain, Procurement and Contracts Management - Abertay University
- Executive MBA in HR Management and Analytics - UCAM
- Executive MBA in Business Operations
- Executive MBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Leadership - UCAM
- Executive MBA in Global Business Management - UCAM
- Executive MBA in Engineering Management - UCAM
- Executive MBA in Healthcare Leadership - UCAM
- Executive MBA in Information Technology Leadership - UCAM
- CMI L7 Strategic Management and Leadership Practice
- Masters in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (AI) - UCAM
- MSc Digital Marketing and e-Business - Abertay University
- MSc Accounting and Finance (CIMA Gateway) - Abertay University
- MSc. Construction and Project Management - Abertay University
- MSc Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence - Abertay University
- MSc Computer Science with Cybersecurity - Abertay University
- MSc Computer Science with Data Analytics - Abertay University
- MSc Computer Science - Abertay University
- Undergraduate Programs
- BSc (Hons) Business with International Business Management (LJMU)
- BSc (Hons) Business with Finance (LJMU)
- BSc (Hons) Business with Digital Marketing (LJMU)
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science - LJMU
- BSc (Hons) Business Psychology with Human Resource Management - LJMU
- BA (Hons) in Fashion: Design and Communication - LJMU
- BA (Hons) Media, Culture and Communication - LJMU
- BA (Hons) Sports Business - LJMU
- BSc (Hons) Business Management - CCCU
- BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance - GLOS
- BA (Hons ) Business Management - ABERTAY
- BA (Hons) Business Management with Business Analytics - ABERTAY
- BA (Hons) in Business with Digital Marketing - Abertay University
- BA (Hons) in Business with Finance - Abertay University
- Doctorates
- Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) - UCAM
- Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) - Abertay University
- Integrated Doctor of Business Administration
- Doctorate in Educational Leadership
- Doctorate in Technology Management in Digital Transformation and Enterprise Technology Strategy
- Doctorate in Technology Management in Strategic Engineering Leadership and Innovation
- Doctorate in Technology Management in AI and Data Science
- HND
- Higher National Diploma in Art and Design (Fashion)
- Higher National Diploma in Computing
- HND in Counselling and Applied Psychology
- Higher National Diploma In Business
- Higher National Diploma in Sport
- BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (International)
- PG Diplomas
- Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare Management and Leadership
- Postgraduate Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Postgraduate Diploma in Finance & Risk Management
- Postgraduate Diploma in Education Leadership
- Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management (HRM)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management and Logistics
- Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering Management
- Postgraduate Diploma in Data Science
- Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management
- Postgraduate Diploma in Procurement & Contract Management
- Postgraduate Diploma in Sales & Marketing Management
- Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain & Procurement Management
- Diplomas & Certifications
- Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice
- CMI Programs
- Diploma in Business Psychology
- Diploma in Fashion Illustration
- Diploma in Supply Chain and Logistics Management
- Diploma in Business Analytics
- Diploma in Information Technology
- Professional Diploma in Educational Leadership
- Professional Diploma in Cyber Governance
- Diploma in Finance and Risk Management
- Diploma in Business Management
- Diploma in Fashion Design
- Diploma in Healthcare Management and Leadership
- Diploma in Business Finance
- Diploma in Digital Marketing
- Diploma in Operations and Project Management
- Professional Diploma in Public Health Management
- Professional Diploma in Market Intelligence and Big Data
- Diploma in Engineering Management
- Diploma in Human Resources & Organizational Culture
- Diploma in Computing
- Diploma in Film and Media
- Diploma in Sports Management
- Professional Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Professional Diploma in Sales and Marketing
- Professional Diploma in Health and Safety Leadership
- Foundation Courses
- BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Business
- BTEC International Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Information Technology
- Teacher Training Programs
- Master of Arts in Leadership in Education - LJMU
- Master of Arts in Education - LJMU
- MBA with Educational Leadership - Abertay University
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education (International) - LJMU
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education International (PGCEi) - CCCU
- Postgraduate Diploma in Education Leadership
Higher National Diploma in Computing (Software Engineering)
The Higher National Diploma in Computing (Software Engineering) is an industry-driven program designed to prepare learners for the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of software engineering. This comprehensive qualification equips learners with essential knowledge, technical expertise, and practical experience necessary to excel in the global software industry.
Program Highlights
- Duration: 2 years
- Credits: 240
- Modules: 15
- Level: 5
The program consists of 15 mandatory modules, culminating in a total of 240 credits upon successful completion. The modules include:
- Programming
- Networking
- Professional Practice
- Database Design and Development
- Security
- Planning a Computing Project (Pearson-set)
- Software Development Lifecycles
- Website Design and Development
- Business Process Support
- Discrete Maths
- Data Structures & Algorithms
- Applied Programming and Design Principles
- Operating System
- Cloud Computing
- Computing Research Project (Pearson Sets)
Upon successful completion of the 15 modules, learners will receive up to 240 credits, and the HND in Computing (Software Engineering) from Pearson, UK. Learners can also enroll for the BSc (Hons) Computer science for the top up with Liverpool John Moores University, UK.
Progression Route: Top up
The HND in Computing (Software Engineering) provides a progression route to the BSc (Hons) Computer Science at Liverpool John Moores University, UK.
Partners and University
The program is awarded by Pearson, UK, and Westford University has partnered with Liverpool John Moores University, UK, to provide the top-up option for the BSc (Hons) Computer Science.
Westford Advantage
Westford University offers a range of benefits, including:
- We Connect: inviting successful leaders to share their experiences with students
- We Talk: providing a platform for leaders and influencers to share their knowledge and insights
- Industry Visits: organizing visits to companies to provide students with hands-on experience
- Day with the CEO: allowing students to spend a day with a CEO to learn about their responsibilities and challenges
- Sports Training: offering free sports training in any one of the six sports offered by Westford Sports Academy
