HND in Digital Technologies

If you’re looking to pursue a career in digital technology, our HND will help you develop a range of key skills essential for entry into this exciting and ever-evolving sector.  You’ll also develop transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis which are highly valued in higher education and the workplace. 

Course details

The HND in Digital Technologies course is aimed at students who want to continue their education through applied learning. Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals provide an intensive study of the digital computing sector and are designed for students who wish to pursue a career in the field.
  • Higher National Diploma (HND)
  • Mode of study: Full-time Blended learning
  • Intake: Intakes: January, May & September
  • Course length: 2 years
  • Course fee: 6000 per year
  • Locations: London

Global Banking School (GBS)

Course overview

The HND in Digital Technologies course is aimed at students who want to continue their education through applied learning. Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals provide an intensive study of the digital computing sector and are designed for students who wish to pursue a career in the field.

Benefits

Entry requirements

Education
Level 3 qualification or equivalent
An Access to Higher Education Certificate

English Proficiency
CEFR B2
Students who are non-native English speakers or who have not studied Level 3 in United Kingdom are expected to hold an accepted English language B2 (CEFR)

Interview
All applicants must pass an Academic Interview

Certification
The final certificate is issued by Pearson Education.

Work Experience
Exceptional entry route: 2 years relevant work experience

Applications From Students 21+
We welcome applications from students 21+ who do not match the standard entry requirements but who can demonstrate willingness and commitment to studying this subject at University level, and, who can evidence academic, professional or vocational experience in a related field.

Process
Application – Supporting Documents – Panel Interview – Final Decision

Careers

After completing this course, students can continue their studies to degree level or pursue careers such as:

– Business analyst
– Digital Technologist
– IT Support technician
– Data analyst
– Software developer
– Network technician
– Software tester
– Risk analyst
– Data analytics consultant

Modules

Note: All modules are indicative and based on the current academic session. Course information is correct at the time of publication and is subject to review. Exact modules may, therefore, vary for your intake in order to keep content current. If there are changes to your course we will, where reasonable, take steps to inform you as appropriate.

  • Professional Practice in the Digital Economy (15 credits)
  • Innovation and Digital Transformation (15 credits)

Additional Units:

  • Programming (15 credits)
  • Big Data and Visualisation (15 credits)
  • Security (15 credits)
  • Networking (15 credits)
  • Database Design & Development (15 credits)
  • Website Design & Development (15 credits)
  • Business Intelligence (15 credits)
  • Internet of Things (15 credits)
  • Emerging Technologies (15 credits)

Additional Units:

  • Business Information Technology Systems (15 credits)
  • Digital Marketing (15 credits)
  • Customer Value Management (15 credits)
  • Work Based Learning in the Digital Economy (15 credits)
  • Digital Sustainability (15 credits)