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HN Flex Computing - Website Design and Development (Unit 13) Part-time

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HN Flex Computing - Website Design and Development (Unit 13) Part-time

This HN Flex in Website Design and Development introduces students to the essential services for hosting and managing a secure website. The unit covers blending back-end and front-end technologies, UX/UI principles, and various tools and techniques. Topics include domain structures, web protocols, databases, HTML, CSS, responsive design, development frameworks, and optimisation. Students will plan, design, and review a multipage website, ensuring an excellent User Experience and innovative User Interface. This single unit offers an insight to a cutting-edge programme aimed at those who are eager to upskill and follow a career in various job roles within the high tech and ever-changing world of Software Development, Cybersecurity and Networking. Students on this programme will have a range of different backgrounds and interests meaning the programme will have a rounded approach to delivery and content. Our Higher National Flex units within Computing have been aligned to the occupational standard for the industry. It has been approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE). Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) are Level 4 and 5 qualifications (such as HNDs/Foundation Degrees/ Diploma HE) that have been approved as meeting occupational standards for the relevant sector. There are also a range of vendor qualifications available that are recognised within the chosen industry. These qualifications will give you the skills to progress as an IT professional and employers often regard vendor certifications as the industry standard. The course is run from our SciTech Digital Innovation Hub which offers cutting edge facilities and equipment. This course is delivered as part of the South Yorkshire Institute of Technology (SYIoT).

Located at: SciTech Digital Innovation Hub

Course Start: 22 September 2025

Course length: 14 Weeks

Study Mode: Part-time

Course Code: QCOMPFL13

Awarding Body:

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Course Fees and Funding

How much does the course cost?

The cost of this course is £750. You can study this unit alongside the Cyber Security or Networking unit at no cost until August 2025.

Other funding information

As a Higher Education student living in England you may be eligible for the non-means tested Tuition Fee Loan from the Government and a Maintenance Loan.

Students with children or dependant adults may qualify for a Childcare Grant or Adult Dependants' Grant. Students can apply for these at the same time as applying for a Maintenance Loan.

Remember: Eligible students will not have to pay tuition fees in advance and can apply for the Maintenance Loan before they start the course.

Visit the Student Finance page on the Government website for further details and to apply.

We offer a service to any student who has a diagnosis of anything persistent or long-term which might interfere with how they study and manage their day-to-day academic engagement. The service is flexible and shaped around the needs of each individual; it might be consistent support or intermittent support.


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Course Content

We welcome applications from students with prior learning in a relevant subject area at Level 3, and/or previous relevant experience. Evidence should be submitted through the application and interview process. GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above is also required.

Specific assessment strategies include practical work, written assessments, examinations, case studies, presentations and reports offering the opportunity for students to demonstrate knowledge, understanding and application of both general and specific business principles. Such methods will also allow you to indicate both the breadth and depth of your directed and independent research.

All equipment will be provided.

HN Flex Unit

After successfully completing the unit and achieving 15 Credits at a Level 4 National Certificate in Computing, you can progress onto other units at Level 4.

Other Resources

For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk

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The course information on this page was last updated 10 March 2025.