Further Details
Course Code
LA19685
Location
Yale
Duration
Part Time, 16 weeks
Yale
18:00-21:00
Department
Digital Technologies, Computing & IT
Start Date
09 Jun 2026
End Date
15 Dec 2026

Course Overview

HN Flex - Programming
A Coleg Cambria Level 4 unit delivered as part of Pearson HN Flex

Programming is the foundational skill that transforms a great idea into a functional application. The Programming unit, offered by Coleg Cambria as part of the Pearson HN Flex programme, provides a comprehensive introduction to the core concepts of software development, setting you on the path to becoming a proficient developer.

This unit introduces you to the art of describing processes through algorithms and translating them into code that a computer can execute. You will explore the essential characteristics of different programming paradigms, including procedural, object-oriented, and event-driven programming. The curriculum also covers crucial security considerations, the use of an Integrated Development Environment (IDE) to streamline your workflow, and the vital process of debugging to ensure your code is robust and reliable.

By successfully completing this unit, you will be able to:

Define basic algorithms to carry out an operation and outline the process of programming an application.

Explain the characteristics of procedural, object-oriented, and event-driven programming.

Implement basic algorithms in code using an Integrated Development Environment (IDE).

Determine the debugging process and explain the importance of coding standards.

Studying Programming will provide you with the essential skills to design and implement algorithms in a chosen language. This unit is your first step towards mastering the logic and structure behind software, preparing you for a successful career in a wide range of technology roles.

We'd love to hear from you! For more information please contact George Carr or Claire Payne at george.carr@cambria.ac.uk or claire.payne@cambria.ac.uk
A relevant Level 3 qualification or equivalent prior experience. Learners also need to be 18+.
A combination of written and practical assessment activities
Studying an individual Pearson BTEC Higher National unit offers targeted career progression through a flexible, unit-based structure. This can help you to progress through your digital career, through a range of avenues, and can potentially award a full HNC qualification if enough units are accrued.
£680 per student

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