The best academy in Istanbul, Türkiye, for studying Information Technology.
The Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing (General) is awarded by Pearson and positioned as an undergraduate higher education qualification. It is built from a mix of core, specialist and optional units—supporting applied learning and professional readiness.
This programme develops higher-level technical capability and workplace competence, enabling students to design solutions, analyse requirements, and work effectively within modern computing environments.
Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals (RQF), delivered by ABC Horizon International Academy.
Graduates progress to Level 6 top-up degrees and pursue roles across software development, networking, IT operations, cybersecurity support, data roles, and digital business support.
Undergraduate (Higher Education)
Istanbul /UK/ International
15 Months,
Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals (RQF)
603/7596/6
240 Credit
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The Higher National Diploma is positioned at Level 5 within the UK RQF, with a total size of 240 credits. It is commonly understood as comparable to the second year of a UK bachelor’s degree (progression pathways depend on university entry policies).
Pearson Higher Nationals are widely delivered across international education settings in the region and are commonly used as progression pathways into top-up degrees and university articulation routes, depending on institutional requirements.
Higher Nationals are internationally recognised for applied learning that connects academic study with industry-relevant practice. The General pathway supports broad progression across computing roles and further study options.
After completion, learners typically progress to Level 6 top-up degrees (final-year entry) in Computing and related disciplines, subject to university requirements.
The General pathway combines core computing foundations with flexible optional choices at Level 5 to build a broad, employable computing profile.
The General pathway at Level 4 includes 6 core units, 1 mandatory specialist unit, and 1 optional unit from the Level 4 optional unit bank.
| Unit | Unit Title | Credits | Level | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Programming | 15 | 4 | Core (Mandatory) |
| 2 | Networking | 15 | 4 | Core (Mandatory) |
| 3 | Professional Practice | 15 | 4 | Core (Mandatory) |
| 4 | Database Design & Development | 15 | 4 | Core (Mandatory) |
| 5 | Security | 15 | 4 | Core (Mandatory) |
| 6 | Planning a Computing Project (Pearson-set) | 15 | 4 | Core (Mandatory) |
| 7 | Software Development Lifecycles | 15 | 4 | Specialist (Mandatory) |
| Choose 1 | Level 4 Optional Unit Bank (choose ONE): Optional Unit 11: Strategic Information Systems Optional Unit 12: Management in the Digital Economy Optional Unit 13: Website Design & Development Optional Unit 14: Maths for Computing Optional Unit 15: Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Intelligent Systems | 15 | 4 | Optional (Choose 1) |
Level 5 includes two mandatory core units plus 75 credits from five optional units. Optional units should be selected to maintain a broad “General” profile (not replicating a specialist pathway).
| Unit | Unit Title | Credits | Level | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | Computing Research Project (Pearson-set) | 30 | 5 | Core (Mandatory) |
| 17 | Business Process Support | 15 | 5 | Core (Mandatory) |
| Choose 5 | Optional Requirement: Select FIVE Level 5 optional units (total 75 credits) from the unit banks below. | 75 | 5 | Optional (Choose 5) |
| Unit | Unit Title | Credits | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optional Unit 33 | Applied Analytical Models | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 34 | Analytical Methods | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 35 | Systems Analysis & Design | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 36 | User Experience & Interface Design | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 37 | Architecture | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 38 | Analytic Architecture Design | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 39 | Network Management | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 40 | Client/Server Computing Systems | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 41 | Database Management Systems | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 42 | Game Design Theory | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 43 | Games Development | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 44 | Games Engine & Scripting | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 45 | Internet of Things | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 46 | Robotics | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 47 | Emerging Technologies | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 48 | Virtual & Augmented Reality Development | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 49 | Systems Integration | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 50 | Operating Systems | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 51 | E-Commerce & Strategy | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 52 | Digital Sustainability | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 53 | Digital Technology as a Catalyst for Change | 15 | 5 |
| Optional Unit 54 | Prototyping | 15 | 5 |
Specialist units may be selected as optional units within the General pathway to add focus, with selection rules applied to keep the programme “General”.
| Group | Units | Credits | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group A: Software Engineering | Optional Unit 18: Discrete Maths Optional Unit 19: Data Structures & Algorithms Optional Unit 20: Applied Programming and Design Principles | 15 each | 5 |
| Group B: Application Development and Testing | Optional Unit 21: Application Program Interfaces Optional Unit 22: Application Development Optional Unit 23: Risk Analysis & Systems Testing | 15 each | 5 |
| Group C: Data Analytics | Optional Unit 24: Advanced Programming for Data Analysis Optional Unit 25: Machine Learning Optional Unit 26: Big Data Analytics and Visualisation | 15 each | 5 |
| Group D: Network Engineering | Optional Unit 27: Transport Network Design Optional Unit 28: Cloud Computing Optional Unit 29: Network Security | 15 each | 5 |
| Group E: Cyber Security | Optional Unit 30: Applied Cryptography in the Cloud Optional Unit 31: Forensics Optional Unit 32: Information Security Management | 15 each | 5 |
Admission is designed to be clear and supportive—ensuring you are placed on the correct undergraduate pathway for success.
The General pathway supports broad computing career routes—ideal for learners who want flexibility across multiple IT domains.
Graduates develop applied capability relevant to a range of computing and IT operations roles. Typical progression outcomes include:
Students aiming for deeper specialisation can use Level 5 optional units to build focus areas while maintaining a General award.
Learning is structured around applied assignments and project work, supporting professional practice and real-world problem solving.
Units are graded using a structured higher education grading approach based on unit criteria and achievement standards (as delivered by the centre). Pearson-set units follow the required set theme and assessment expectations as part of the programme’s core structure.
Tuition is clearly structured, with flexible payment options to support learners throughout the programme.
Level 5 Tuition Fee: £6,000
Installments available.
The HND is designed as a progression-ready undergraduate qualification—supporting final-year entry into top-up degrees and advanced study.
After completing the Level 5 HND in Computing (General), learners commonly progress to:
Progression routes depend on university entry requirements and programme alignment.
Delivery is designed for international learners, with clear academic language support embedded in teaching and assessment practice.
This programme is delivered in English or Arabic.
Applicants with a baccalaureate degree in all its branches (old or recent), are admitted regardless of their overall score.
Also, international university admission certificates are admitted (SAT, GED, BTEC Level 3, A-level, Freshman, YÖS).
Students without a high school diploma are also admitted after completing the British High School Diploma (Pearson BTEC Level 3).
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