Expand+How To Apply
Step 1
Visit
Visit www.nrc.ac.uk

Step 2
Find
Find the course you are applying to and add it to the basket.

Step 3
Login
Create an account with a unique login using a personal email address and password (do not use your scho...

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Step 1
Visit
Visit www.nrc.ac.uk

Step 2
Find
Find the course you are applying to and add it to the basket.

Step 3
Login
Create an account with a unique login using a personal email address and password (do not use your school email address). You must check this email account regularly for updates and communications about your application.

Your online account will allow you to track the status of your application and check your interview details and course offer.

If you need any help with your online application email admissions@nrc.ac.uk

Step 4
Apply
Complete and submit your application. You will receive an automatic reply by email.

Step 5
Interview
You will be invited to an individual or group interview. Applicants interviewed between February and August may be made a conditional offer.

Step 6
Offer
Conditional offers are subject to you meeting the specified entry requirements and any other criteria. If you already meet the entry criteria you may be made a firm offer.

Step 7
Results
If your conditional offer is dependent upon examination results you must present them at the College as soon as you receive them i.e. A Level results day. Results will be verified and final offers made.

If a course is over-subscribed the College reserves the right to enhance the entry criteria. Details of enhanced criteria will be provided at interview.

Expand+To be eligible for this programme, applicants must have a suitable Level 3 qualification, for example a BTEC National Diploma or Certificate or a BTEC Extended Diploma or a BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Computing or IT, or suitable subjects at GCE A-lev...

Hide-To be eligible for this programme, applicants must have a suitable Level 3 qualification, for example a BTEC National Diploma or Certificate or a BTEC Extended Diploma or a BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Computing or IT, or suitable subjects at GCE A-level. Applicants should have a minimum of 180 UCAS points, but entry requirements may be enhanced depending on demand and other factors. Such enhancements may result in preference given to those applicants with additional Level 3 computing-related subjects.

Applicants must also have at least 4 GCSE grades at C or above to include English (or an equivalent approved qualification such as Level 2 Essential Skills in communication) and Mathematics. Applicants with a National or Extended Diploma (or other relevant qualification) in subjects other than Computing are also eligible to apply.

Applicants who do not possess these entry requirements may be considered on the basis of their general education and experience using the College’s APEL procedures. Final selection will be by interview.

Please Note
If a course is over-subscribed the college reserves the right to enhance the entry criteria. Details of enhanced criteria will be provided at Interview Stage.

Expand+FEES
HOW TO PAY FOR A HIGHER EDUCATION COURSE (FULL-TIME/PART-TIME)
Payment of fees must be arranged prior to course commencement. Fees indicated on this site apply only to UK residents and those having EEA Migrant Worker status (EU). Those who ar...

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HOW TO PAY FOR A HIGHER EDUCATION COURSE (FULL-TIME/PART-TIME)
Payment of fees must be arranged prior to course commencement. Fees indicated on this site apply only to UK residents and those having EEA Migrant Worker status (EU). Those who are not in these categories must contact Central Admissions for the appropriate fee. Fees are payable every year of a two or three year programme and may vary depending on the fee set for any particular year. All additional charges are highlighted within the course page information.

Full-Time Students Options for Payment of Fees for 2017/2018
The tuition fees for Northern Regional College Higher Education courses for 2017/2018 are £2,500 per annum. The options for payment of these fees are detailed below.

Option 1 – Payment by Student Loan
You may apply to Student Loans Company for a Tuition Fee Loan for payment of your fees. Application forms are available from reception on all sites or can be downloaded from the Student Finance website www.studentfinance.co.uk. It is advisable to apply as early as possible. The College requires a copy of the letter you receive from Student Loans Company confirming that you will be receiving a Tuition Fee Loan.

Option 2 – You do not require a Student Loan
a) Fees may be paid in full by cash, cheque or credit/debit card.

OR

b) Fees may be paid in instalments by direct debit. This means that you will be required to pay a 25% deposit and then three subsequent payments will be collected from your bank account by direct debit on 1 December 2017, 2 January 2018 and 1 February 2018. Please note that there is an additional £10 administration fee charged when paying by instalments which must be paid with your deposit.

Please note that the fees refund policy does not apply to full-time higher education students. All students enrolled in the College as at 10 November 2017 are liable to pay their full fee.

Queries regarding Student Loans
Please contact: Student Finance
T: 028 2563 6230

Queries regarding payment by direct debit
Please contact:
Credit Control Officer
T: 028 2566 4248

Expand+The broad aims of the Foundation Degree in Computing are:
• To provide students with a broad range of knowledge and skills in the Computing field, particularly software development

• To prepare students for a career in the Computing industry an...

Hide-The broad aims of the Foundation Degree in Computing are:
• To provide students with a broad range of knowledge and skills in the Computing field, particularly software development

• To prepare students for a career in the Computing industry and for further study at honours degree level

• To provide industrial experience to build student skills and prepare for employment and further study

• To support the local technology economy by providing suitably skilled graduates.

• To strengthen links with industry to inform curriculum development and opportunities for placement of students and lecturers, employment and apprenticeships.

Expand+Course Content
Modules on the course cover general computing subjects to give students the skills and expertise to seek employment in the field of computing and software development. This includes skill areas such as software design and development,...

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Modules on the course cover general computing subjects to give students the skills and expertise to seek employment in the field of computing and software development. This includes skill areas such as software design and development, database development, computer hardware and information systems. The course also develops skills in the mobile application development and web-based technologies.

Course Update
The Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Computing is designed to meet the needs of both students and industry. It prepares students to progress directly into employment in the Computing industry and it provides suitably skilled employees to serve the needs of industry and the local economy. It also provides students with the knowledge and skills to progress to further study at honours degree level at university. This FdSc has been designed as a result of collaboration between Ulster University, the Computing industry and Northern Regional College.