About...
Higher Computing Science will build on your existing computing skills and introduce you to an advanced range of computational processes and thinking, and develops a rigorous approach to the design and development process across a variety of contemporary contexts. You will gain an awareness of the importance that computing professionals play in meeting the needs of society today and for the future, in fields which include science, education, business and industry.
Level
- SCQF 6
Delivery
Online:
- Virtual Schools Timetable or
- Blended Learning Evening Class
- Tuesdays 6pm - 9pm
- Optional Tutorial 5pm - 5.45pm
- Open to the public
Location
- Highland Council Virtual School or
- Online learning platform - Webex and our virtual learning environment (VLE) called Brightspace.
Duration
- 1 Year
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 from a range of our ICT courses now available up to degree level.
Entry requirements...
National 5 Computing Science (or other Computing-based qualification).
Candidates who have not achieved National 5 Computing Science may still apply and other N5/Highers will be considered. You may be required to take an entrance test to prove your capability of studying Computing Science at this level.