North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College
UCAS Code: D1GT | Higher National Diploma - HND
Entry requirements
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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About this course
Are you ready to dive into the dynamic world of digital technologies? Look no further! Our HND in Digital Technologies could be the progression route for you.
Our local intelligence tells us that IT management skills are in demand - our course is tailored to meet the digital market needs. Learn software development, data visualisation, cloud fundamentals, business intelligence, and more.
Use and learn powerful tools including;
- Microsoft Visual Studio,
- Power BI,
- Microsoft Azure.
**Skills for Excellence**
Gain the skills, knowledge, and understanding needed to excel in the national and international digital technologies environment. From mastering cyber security to software development with Microsoft Visual Studio.
**Empower Your Mind**
Cultivate an enquiring mind that thrives on complexity. Our course equips you to work across diverse digital functions, lead teams, adapt to change, and tackle real-world challenges.
**Career Versatility**
Whether you aspire to be a data analyst, animation wizard, or business analyst, our curriculum provides core skills essential for various digital technology careers.
**Balanced Approach**
We blend employability skills with essential knowledge. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, job seeker, or academic enthusiast, our course caters to your ambitions.
**Business Impact**
Understand how digital technologies shape the business landscape. Gain insights into operations, opportunities, and global challenges.
**Problem-Solving**
Sharpen critical thinking, devise creative solutions, and communicate ideas effectively.
**Independent Mastery**
Manage yourself, adapt, analyse, and plan strategically.
**Interpersonal Excellence**
Lead, collaborate, negotiate, and present with finesse.
**Commercial Acumen**
Understand the digital tech sector and its demands and web development including SEO and digital marketing.
Modules
Year 1:
Unit 1: Professional Practice in the Digital Economy
Unit 2: Innovation & Digital Transformation
Unit 3: Cyber Security
Unit 4: Programming
Unit 5: Big Data & Visualisation
Unit 7: Cloud Fundamentals
Unit 16: Website Design & Development
Unit 17: Management in the Digital Economy
Year 2:
Unit 19: Business Intelligence
Unit 20: Internet of Things
Unit 21: Emerging Technologies
Unit 38: Planning Social Media Campaigns
Unit 39: Digital Marketing
Unit 40: Customer Value Management
Unit 22: Work-based Learning in the Digital Economy
Unit 42: Pitching and Negotiating Skills
Assessment methods
An assignment may take a variety of forms, including practical and written. The formats include reports, articles, portfolio, working applications, presentations, and design documentation.
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Extra funding
Unfortunately NWSLC is unable to accept any applications from international students who require a Tier 4 VISA to study.
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