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HND Digital Technologies HTQ
Higher National Diploma / Higher Technical Qualification
This higher-level qualification will prepare you for a range of careers in the Digital Technologies industry, including management and leadership roles.
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Level 5
Attendance - Both Full-time and Part-time
Duration - 1 year full-time
Start Date -
Where - Huddersfield Centre
Course Overview
Digital technologies are devices that generate, store or process data and they are essential to the running of businesses in the modern world. This Higher National Diploma has been categorised as a Higher Technical Qualification, meaning that it has been designed in collaboration with a range of employers to meet the specific skills needs of the current workplace.
Throughout the HND’s modules, you will further your knowledge of a range of software, data analytics, cloud networking and cyber security, allowing you to deep-dive into an area that interests you most. You will also undergo professional development training to prepare you for leadership and management roles within the sector.
*This course will run subject to validation.
*This course will run subject to validation.
During the course, you will be introduced to a range of digital technologies and systems, and understand how these technologies help support business operations. Modules will cover technical aspect of digital technologies and their uses, such as innovation and digital transformation and emerging technologies.
Digital technologies are devices that generate, store or process data and they are essential to the running of businesses in the modern world. This Higher National Diploma has been categorised as a Higher Technical Qualification, meaning that it has been designed in collaboration with a range of employers to meet the specific skills needs of the current workplace.
During the course, you will be introduced to a range of digital technologies and systems, and understand how these technologies help support business operations. Modules will cover technical aspect of digital technologies and their uses, such as innovation and digital transformation and emerging technologies.
Throughout the HND’s modules, you will further your knowledge of a range of software, data analytics, cloud networking and cyber security, allowing you to deep-dive into an area that interests you most. You will also undergo professional development training to prepare you for leadership and management roles within the sector.
*This course will run subject to validation.
*This course will run subject to validation.
This is for you if you are:
Flexible and adaptable
Able to work independently
A keen collaborator
Interested in a specturm of art disciplines
Interested in art as a business
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Progression from the Level 4 HNC or an alternative HNC from another college, on approval of unit choice.
This course is designed to prepare you for a role in the sector, or you can apply for a related degree-level course.
The full-time course fee for this course is £6,950. Financial support including Advanced Learner Loans are available for this course.
Completion of the HND will prepare you for a range of careers such as software development, data analysis and cyber security.
You will be assessed on a range of written and practical assignments throughout the HNC.
Higher National Diploma / Higher Technical Qualification
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