HND in Digital Technologies for England (Cyber Security)

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 overview

The HND in Digital Technologies for England (Cyber Security) 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.

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
– Database administrator
– Web developer
– IoT developer

Programme

Curriculum

Year 1

– Professional Practice in the Digital Economy (15 credits)
– Innovation and Digital Transformation (15 credits)
– Programming (15 credits)
– Big Data and Visualisation (15 credits)
– Security (15 credits)
– Networking (15 credits)
– Networking in the Cloud (15 credits)
– Cyber Security (15 credits)

Year 2

– Business Intelligence (15 credits)
– Internet of Things (15 credits)
– Emerging Technologies (15 credits)
– Applied Security in the Cloud (15 credits)
– Applied Cryptography in the Cloud (15 credits)
– Information Security Management in the Cloud (15 credits)
– Work Based Learning in the Digital Economy (15 credits)
– Digital Sustainability (15 credits)

Assessment

There are no formal examinations required for this course. Assessments are undertaken in various ways:

Presentations
Writing assignments
Analysing case studies
In-class tests
Work-based projects
Software development
Completing a portfolio of evidence
Writing reports

You will be required to work in your own time to complete research, homework tasks or group work.

Self-study is vital to your success on this course and lecturers will give you guidance on how best to approach this throughout the study period.

Entry Requirement

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.

Some experience of basic IT, such as word-processing, use of Internet etc.

Process
Application – Supporting Documents – Panel Interview – Final Decision

Fees & Funding

Funding your study
You can apply for help with your fees from the government by visiting gov.uk/studentfinance. This could take the form of a Tuition Fee Loan, Maintenance Loan or Maintenance Grant.

A Tuition Fee Loan will cover the cost of your up-front fees, and will be paid to your university or College. The Loan must be repaid once you finished your course and are earning £26,575 a year or more. Both full and part-time learners can apply.

If you are eligible, you can apply for a Maintenance Loan too. The loan is paid directly into your bank account at the start of term. This loan has to be repaid after you leave your course and when your earnings are more than £26,575. For more information please visit gov.uk/studentfinance.

Maintenance Grants are paid into your bank account at the start of term. You don’t have to pay it back, but any funds you get will reduce the amount of Maintenance Loan you are eligible for.

New students must prove they have been living in the UK for five years before their course start date in order to get living cost support from Student Finance England.

Fees