HND COURSES
HND in Digital Technologies for England
(Cyber Security)
The HND in Digital Technologies for England (Cyber Security) course is designed for students seeking to advance their education through practical, hands-on learning. Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals provide an in-depth exploration of the digital computing industry, tailored for students aiming for a professional career in this field.
Upon completing the course, students can progress to a degree program or explore roles 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
- Web developer
- IoT developer
COURSE OVERVIEW
September , January , July
Two years
Level 5
Weekdays, evenings and/or weekends
London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds
£6000
Curriculum
This course includes core modules throughout the first three years of study. In the final year, you’ll choose from six unique pathways, each delving into contemporary issues in today’s business and entrepreneurship landscape. You’ll complete a specialist module aligned with your chosen pathway.
Foundation Year
- IT Essentials
- Academic Writing and Research Skills
- Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurial People and Processes
- Business Environment
- Fundamentals of Finance
Year 1
- Entrepreneurial Recognition, Ideas and Opportunities
- Managerial Finance
- Introduction to Marketing
- Introduction to Strategic Management
- Entrepreneurial Organisations
- Project Management
Year 2
- Business Ideas and Opportunities Generation
- Digital Marketing and Social Media in Business
- Financing a Business Venture and Legal Aspects
- Social Entrepreneurship
- Business Planning and Pitching
- Intrapreneurial Development
Year 3
- Market Research
- Global Strategies
- Project
- Contemporary Issues in Entrepreneurship
- Contemporary Issues in Events and Hospitality
- Contemporary Issues in IT and Communications
- Contemporary Issues in Professional Business Services
- Contemporary Issues in Supply Chain
- Contemporary Issues in Retail
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This course has no formal exams. Instead, assessments are completed through various methods, including:
Presentations
Written assignments
Case study analysis
In-class tests
Work-based projects
Software development tasks
Portfolio creation
Report writing
You will need to dedicate personal time to research, homework, and group projects. Independent study is essential for your success, and lecturers will provide guidance to support your learning throughout the course.
The assessment design offers a range of ways for you to demonstrate essential knowledge, skills, and competencies crucial in the business world. Methods include essays, reports, real-life simulations, presentations, projects, and group discussions.
Independent work, such as research, assignments, and group projects, is essential for your success, and self-study will be strongly supported by lecturer guidance throughout the course.
Assessment methods are reviewed annually to ensure they remain relevant and effective, with updates based on student feedback or recommendations from an External Examiner—an independent academic expert who helps maintain high academic assessment standards.
Entry Requirement
**Standard Entry Requirements**
- 80 UCAS tariff points (or higher) or a 60-credit Ofqual Level 3 qualification.
**Applicants Aged 21+**
If you’re 21 or older and don’t meet the standard entry requirements, we may still consider your application if you have relevant life or work experience that aligns with the skills needed for undergraduate study through our Foundation program.
**All Applicants**
Each applicant is evaluated by the Admissions Team through an interview that assesses listening and speaking skills, as well as a written Personal Reflection Statement. You must also demonstrate a minimum of B1 English proficiency, either through an on-campus exam or an accepted English language qualification.
**Required Documents:**
- Completed application form
- Supervised Personal Reflection Statement
- Personal interview
Fees&Funding
All students can access student finance.
Tuition Fee Loans
A Tuition Fee Loan covers the cost of your tuition fees. This is paid directly to your awarding institution (in this case Oxford Brookes University). Loan repayments only start once you have finished your course and are earning £26,575 a year or more. Both full- and part-time learners can apply.
Maintenance Loans
If you are eligible, you can also apply for a Maintenance Loan to cover living expenses. This loan is paid directly into your bank account at the start of term. Maintenance Loans has are repaid after you finish your course and your earnings are above £26,575 per year. For more information, please visit gov.uk/studentfinance.
Maintenance Grants
You can also apply for a Maintenance Grant to help with living costs. Maintenance Grants are paid directly into your bank account at the start of term. You don’t have to pay them back, but any funds you get will reduce the size of the Maintenance Loan you could receive, should you also wish to apply for one.
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.nt items write about what makes a specific dish particularly worthwhile or delicious.
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