The HND in Digital Technology provides a learning experience tailored to the demands of today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. You will explore specialized areas, equipping you with the skills to become a digital visionary. The course includes units on Programming, Big Data & Visualization, Cloud Fundamentals, Website Design & Development, AI & Intelligent Systems, Business Intelligence, IoT, and Emerging Technologies. Additionally, you’ll learn Planning Social Media Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Customer Value Management, and Digital Sustainability. The program also focuses on Pitching and Negotiating Skills, and Work-based Learning in the Digital Economy. This comprehensive curriculum prepares you for further study at Level 6 or to enter the workforce directly, ensuring you are ready to tackle challenges and seize opportunities in digital technology.
Learning Outcomes
Practical Skills:
- Achieve high performance in the national and international digital technologies environment.
- Develop an enquiring mind with the confidence to lead, manage, and respond to changes in digital technologies.
- Gain core skills for a range of careers including cyber security, software development, data analytics, networking, and more.
- Balance employability skills with essential knowledge for entrepreneurial, employment, or academic ambitions.
- Understand the major impact of digital technologies on the business environment.
- Gain insights into digital technology operations and the global marketplace.
- Equip with knowledge of culturally diverse organizations and cross-cultural issues.
Common/Transferable Skills:
- Self-management and development.
- Effective communication orally and in writing with a range of audiences.
- Confidence and self-esteem improvement.
- Application of numeracy and technology.
- Task management, problem-solving, and creativity.
Course Contents
Duration: Year 1
| Professional Practice in the Digital Economy |
| Innovation & Digital Transformation |
| Cyber Security |
| Programming |
| Big Data &Visualisation |
| Cloud Fundamentals |
| Website Design & Development |
| Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Intelligent Systems |
Duration: Year 2
| Business Intelligence |
| Internet of Things |
| Emerging Technologies |
| Planning Social Media Campaigns |
| Digital Marketing |
| Customer Value Management |
| Digital Sustainability |
| Pitching and Negotiating Skills |
| Work-based Learning in the Digital Economy |
Highlights:
- Offers a recognized UK qualification locally.
- Access to global educational standards and practices.
- Focus on cutting-edge digital technology skills.
- Expert instructors with extensive industry experience.
- Emphasis on hands-on projects and real-world applications.
- Preparation for immediate employment or further academic pursuits.
- Opportunities to work part-time/Freelance
- Curriculum tailored to meet current and future industry needs.
- Credential widely respected across borders.
- Blend of on-campus and online learning for convenience.
- Emphasis on developing skills valued by employers.
- Mentorship and support to foster academic and professional growth.
- Smooth transition to further studies at higher levels.
Credit Value: 240
Awarded Qualification: Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Digital Technologies
Duration: 2 Years FT
Schedule: Monday to Thursday On-Campus, Friday Online
Application Deadline: 5th August,2024
Eligibility:
- FA/FSC, ICOM, ICS, or equivalent
- A Level pass or equivalent
- DAE pass or equivalent
- BTEC Level 3 qualification
- Related work experience (two years or more of relevant full-time work experience). Applicants without necessary qualifications may be considered through relevant work experience (3 years minimum). A copy of CV and reference letter from employers is required.
Interview:
- All applicants must pass an Academic Interview.
Classes Per Week
- Monday to Thursday: On-Campus
- Friday: Online
- Cyber Security Specialist
- Software Developer
- Data Analyst
- Network Engineer
- Digital Animator
- Emerging Technologies Specialist
- Business Analyst
- Change Management Consultant
- Digital Marketing Strategist
- Social Media Campaign Manager
- Web Developer
- Cloud Computing Specialist
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer
- Internet of Things (IoT) Specialist
- IT Project Manager
- Digital Transformation Consultant
- User Experience (UX) Designer
- IT Support Specialist
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- E-commerce Specialist
- IT Infrastructure Manager
We invite you to join us and start your journey toward becoming a leader in the field of digital technology Apply now to secure your spot!
