Subjects & Qualifications

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Computing, IT & Related Areas

Within this sector SQA has produced Higher National Group Awards in the following subjects:

Sector-specific Information

Sector-specific information is available from the right-hand 'Related Links' menu.

HNC/D Computing/Networking - Group Award Online Consultation NOW LIVE

We're now at the stage where we have draft frameworks for all five awards, and we would like feedback on our proposals. To that end, we have created a questionnaire to get your opinions about our plans. The online survey is available at the following URL:

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/hnreview

The actual frameworks can be downloaded from this link [ZIP]:

http://www.box.net/shared/ifp5hik40a

We're hoping that as many people as possible complete the survey. So, please encourage your colleagues to complete it, and share the link with your internal and external networks. The survey ends on Friday 8 May.

This consultation exercise is part of a wider collaboration process, which has included discussion at Sector Panel, a public event, a debate at the Heads of Computing event, and numerous QDT meetings. Extensive consultation does slow down the development process but ensures that everyone has an input and, hopefully, ensures that the new awards are as good as they can be.

Contact Caroline if you need any assistance with the survey.

Internet Safety

SQA offer the first National Qualification in the EU relating to internet safety. The new qualification (FOH5 10 Internet Safety) is intended for anyone who regularly uses the internet and wants to protect themselves while they're online.