National 5 Computing Science

National 5 Computing Science is designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of the core concepts which form the foundation of computing science and explores the role and impact of computing technologies.

Provider

Glasgow Clyde College, Glasgow
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This course is available on the Glasgow Clyde College website.

Description

What will I learn?

During National 5 Computer Science you'll learn:

Software design and development

You'll develop knowledge, understanding and practical problem-solving skills in software design and development, through a range of practical and investigative tasks using appropriate software development environments. 

Computer systems

You'll develop an understanding of how data and instructions are stored in binary form and basic computer architecture, and gain an awareness of the environmental impact of the energy use of computing systems and security precautions that can be taken to protect computer systems.

Database design and development 

You'll develop knowledge, understanding and practical problem-solving skills in database design and development, through a range of practical and investigative tasks.

Web design and development

You'll  develop knowledge, understanding and practical problem-solving skills in web design and development, through a range of practical and investigative tasks.

Ready to get started?

To secure your place on this course, you’ll need to:

  • Meet the entry requirements
  • Pay the full course fee of £550

Payment options:

  • Pay in full - £550
  • Spread the cost - pay in 3 instalments via PayPal (option available at checkout; PayPal account required; subject to eligibility)

Please note, funding or fee waivers aren’t available for this course.

Got any questions? We’re happy to help!

Private Candidates - SQA Exams 

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About Glasgow Clyde College

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Glasgow Clyde College is a further and higher education college, located in Glasgow.

The college offers a broad range of courses across many subject areas, and has three easily accessible campuses in Glasgow at Langside, Cardronald and Anniesland.

With award winning teaching staff, the college is the largest further education provider in Glasgow and has the highest achievement rates in further and education in the area.

Glasgow Clyde College also has excellent links to universities to allow you to progress to degree level.

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