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City Centre Campus (Bath)

Digital Technologies: Cyber Security HND (Yr1)

Course Type
Higher Education (Full Time)
Campus
City Centre Campus (Bath)
Level
Level 5
Duration
1 Year

Course Overview

Designed for industry leaders of the future, the Level 5 units give students the opportunity to specialise in a digital-technology related occupational area and to progress to degree-level study. The units prepare students to move on to specific areas of digital technologies at Level 6 or to enter employment with the qualities and abilities necessary for roles that require personal responsibility and decision making.

The course includes units in; Business Intelligence, Internet of Things and Emerging Technologies

Students will be able to develop and apply their own ideas to their studies, to deal
with uncertainty and complexity, to explore solutions, demonstrate critical evaluation
and use both theory and practice in a wide range of digital technology situations.

Offering Code
H52DGT5/BDH1A
Start Time
End Time
Start Date
End Date
Day of Week
Fee Rate 16 - 18 Funded
Fee Rate Non-Funded
Fee rate 19 Plus Funded
Fee rate 19 Plus Co-Funded

Frequently Asked Questions

Entry Requirements
The HND requires HNC Digtal Technologies, HNC Computing or equivalent qualifications with Grade C/4 GCSE Maths and English. Mature students will be considered individually and are encouraged to apply.
What topics are covered?
How will I be taught and assessed?

You will be taught via a mixture of lectures, laboratory workshops and directed independent study tasks. Work and progress is assessed by a range of methods, which may include assignments, projects, case studies and practical exercises. Employers may also be involved with project work and other assessments to help ensure that course content is up to date and relevant.

Qualification: Higher National Diploma in Digital Technologies.

What can I do next?
The Level 5 Higher National Diploma is recognised by higher education providers (Universities) as meeting admission requirements to many relevant BSc digital technologies courses.
Are there any additional costs?
IT equipment required for the course is provided by the College. However, it would be an advantage if you have a PC at home for independent study.
What else do I need to know?
What is the aim of the course?
Fees and Funding