HNC Administration and Information Technology

Course Content

This course supports new learners and industry professionals seeking to build skills, advance careers, or progress to the HND Administration and ICT programme. It prepares learners for administrative roles across SMEs, large organisations, and the public sector.

The curriculum covers Digital Technologies, IT skills (including Microsoft Office), and administrative procedures. It also develops key competencies in customer care, leadership, communication, personal effectiveness, and presentation—essential for employability and career progression.

Please note: this course may be updated as it transitions to the Next Generation Framework

Entry Requirements

Two SQA Higher passes desirable (one should be English); SVQ Level 2 (educational reference and evidence of IT/Communications skills to be demonstrated); SVQ Level 3 Administration. Entry is subject to a selection process, which will assess suitability in terms of academic qualifications, software knowledge and motivation; however, every candidate will be considered individually and may be required to undertake additional exercises.

Method of Assessment

Continual assessment with a graded unit exam at the end of year 2.

Future Prospects

HND Administration and Information Technology.