HND in Digital Technologies for England (Artificial Intelligence (AI) Solutions and Applications) HTQ awarded by Pearson
38004W1 | Centre for Advanced Technical Studies
Start Date | 02/09/2025
Time/Day | FULL TIME
Start Date | 02/09/2025
Time/Day | FULL TIME
Is this course for me?
This new and exciting programme is designed to develop the necessary skills and knowledge for employment or progress to the BSc (Hons) Computing programme.ALIGNED WITH INDUSTRY
The HTQ HND Digital Technologies provides technical training with the skills, knowledge and behaviours crucial to the digital economy, equipping you with the skills to join the digital workforce.
AI Technology is an integral business process in the digital economy across Greater Manchester and beyond, so there are growing opportunities for qualified professionals.
WORK PLACEMENTS
You will apply your skills and knowledge on a work-related placement to develop the right skills and competencies for the workplace.
INDUSTRY RELEVANT
The programme is delivered by industry experts and education professionals who have extensive computing knowledge, as well as industrial and commercial experience.
INDUSTRY STANDARD FACILITIES
The programme is based in the Centre for Advanced Technical Studies, which opened in September 2021, with new hardware for:
• internet of things
• connected devices
• virtual reality.
Classrooms and computing laboratories are equipped with up-to-date software and networking tech. You will have access to a laptop and equipment to develop your own project.
EXPERIENCE OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM
You will visit employers and conferences and you will meet visiting guest speakers from local, national and international employers including Microsoft, IBM and Sony, to enhance your skills, knowledge and employment opportunities.
What will I study?
Year 1 (HNC) Modules include:
• Professional Practice in the Digital Economy
• Innovation & Digital Transformation
• Cyber Security
• Programming
• Big Data Visualisation
• Cloud Fundamentals
• Software Development Lifecycles
• Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Intelligent Systems
Year 2 (HND) Modules include:
• Business Intelligence
• Internet of Things
• Emerging Technologies
• Risk Analysis and Systems Testing
• Application Development
• Application Program Interfaces
• Digital Sustainability
• Pitching and Negotiating Skills
• Professional Practice in the Digital Economy
• Innovation & Digital Transformation
• Cyber Security
• Programming
• Big Data Visualisation
• Cloud Fundamentals
• Software Development Lifecycles
• Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Intelligent Systems
Year 2 (HND) Modules include:
• Business Intelligence
• Internet of Things
• Emerging Technologies
• Risk Analysis and Systems Testing
• Application Development
• Application Program Interfaces
• Digital Sustainability
• Pitching and Negotiating Skills
How long is the course?
Full-time for two academic years - 2 days per week.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment methods may take the form of assessment of individual performance during practical work, essays, reports, presentations, analytical or design assignments, research assignments, blogs/vlogs and personal development plans. The use of multi-modal assessment allows for the use of a wider range of assessment methods - incorporating the use of screencasts, livestreams and digital portfolios of evidence.
What qualifications do I need?
80 UCAS points.
Mature students with experience, a portfolio of work and employer references will be considered.
Students must also have a Grade 4 or above in English and Maths at GCSE or equivalent.
Mature students with experience, a portfolio of work and employer references will be considered.
Students must also have a Grade 4 or above in English and Maths at GCSE or equivalent.
What can I progress onto?
You may progress to the BSc (Hons) Computing Top-up Degree awarded by UCLan and delivered at the University Centre Wigan & Leigh College. You may also progress into employment in jobs roles such as Forensic Computer Analyst, Network Manager, Software Engineer or AI Researcher.
Other Information
Tutors have extensive experience in industry, from work on BBC cloud platforms including iPlayer, to web developers in companies such as BAE Systems, Everton Football Club and the Royal Navy.
Course Fees
£7500.00
16-18 year olds do not pay exam fees.
Course fees shown are per annum for University Centre courses. Courses lasting longer than one year, fees will be payable per year.
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If you need advice on any financial support that may be available to you, please contact us on applications@wigan-leigh.ac.uk or phone 01942 761111
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