NPA Computing Technologies SCQF level 5

This National Progression Award (NPA) introduces learners to techniques that are important in the computing sector.

It develops competences in computing and covers areas such as Computing Foundations, Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Digital Technologies.

This qualification is available through schools, colleges and training providers.

NPAs can be taught as a full-time course over one year or as a part-time course over two years.

Qualification structure

Group award code: GV6W 45 (24 SCQF credit points)
SCQF level: 5

This National Progression Award consists of 2 mandatory units (12 SCQF credit points) and 9 optional units (54 SCQF credit points).

Mandatory units include:

  • Computing Foundations
  • Computing Project

See the group award specification (874 KB) for the full list of mandatory and optional units.

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How to assess

Assessment will be a combination of practical and knowledge assessments under closed- and open-book assessment conditions. See the assessment and evidence requirements for each unit.

Assessment and/or e-assessment support packs are available for this qualification.

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Qualification structure

Group award code: GV6W 45 (24 SCQF credit points)
SCQF level: 5

This National Progression Award consists of 2 mandatory units (12 SCQF credit points) and 9 optional units (54 SCQF credit points).

Mandatory units include:

  • Computing Foundations
  • Computing Project

See the group award specification (874 KB) for the full list of mandatory and optional units.

Unit search