Computing - National Foundation Diploma

On this course you will study units which include:

• Principles of Computing Science
• Fundamentals of Computing Systems
• IT Systems, Security and Encryption
• Business Applications of Social Media
• Web Development
• Mobile Apps Development 

Career Ready

When you have chosen your course we highly recommend you register to the Career Ready programme.  This is a programme that runs alongside your course to ensure a transformational journey, and is designed to help you enter the world of work or University with the confidence, skills and professional networks needed to fulfil your potential. 

We will provide you with a mentor, workplace visits, master classes and work based experiences, which may also include an internship.  All of which will work together and build on your studies to help you develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed in future careers.

Registration Fee Payable on Enrolment: £30.00

5 GCSEs Grades A* - C including English Language and Maths (or equivalent). International students will require an IELTS score of 6.5 or above.

• Continuous work based written assignments

• The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18
• Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities
• Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect
• Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice
• All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print
• Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers
• Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.