Access DiplomaComputing for the EconomyValidated by Ulster University

Overview

This is a two-year part-time course which is designed to attract students who want to progress into Higher Education within the fields of Computing and Economics. This course will develop your knowledge and application of both Computing and Economics and prepare you to progress to Higher Education. Additional costs may be incurred for materials required for Maths including a calculator and geometry set. Further costs may be incurred for core texts for the modules.

About the course 

On the course you will be taught modules in Computing, Maths and Economics.  These modules have been designed in conjunction with Ulster University to ensure the students are prepared to progress to a Higher Education course in the fields of Computing and Economics. Modules include*:

• Computing Concepts in Cyber Security
• Introductory Maths for Computing
• Web Development
• Economics for Industry
• MySQL and Database Design
• Programming Principles in Python
• Maths for Computing

This programme of study is likely to include enrichment activities/module(s) to enhance your employability. 

Subject to availability students can enrol on either the full time or part time programme.

Assessment within these modules will range from class tests, group work, lab reports and examinations.  All assessments are carried out in English.

* Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list.