The information on this course page is for the 2025/26 academic year, starting in September 2025. If available, you may also apply for a January 2025 start by following the link on the course page.

Administration and Information Technology HNC

Course code 17PN

What is special about this course?

The HNC Administration and Information Technology is designed to meet the demands and requirements of today's modern business environment, and will stand you in good stead to pursue a successful career in business administration.

You will study a wide range of topics, including: MS office applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database and powerpoint. You will also study units such as recording financial transactions, business communication, office administration and digital technologies for administrators.

Special features

  • You may have the opportunity to study specialised units such as human resource management, using financial accounting software or medical terminology for administrators (Inverness and Lews only)
  • You can study full time or part time to suit your personal and professional circumstances

Accommodation

We offer modern student accommodation at a number of our locations.

Entry requirements

  • 1 Scottish Higher at grade C or above, preferably including English, Administration, Business, or Accountancy
  • 1 A Level at grade D or above, preferably including English, Administration, Business, or Accountancy
  • Alternatively, a relevant NC qualification totalling at least 12 credits, NQ Administration and Information Technology or NQ Administration OR
  • Foundation Apprenticeship Accountancy or Foundation Apprenticeship Business Skills
  • Prospective students without the standard entry requirements as listed above are encouraged to apply

Apply for Administration and Information Technology HNC

I want to start in Aug/Sep 2025

We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at the University of the Highlands and Islands. We operate a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of gender, age, disability, ethnicity and socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.