Digital Technologies HNC
This Level 4 qualification provides the foundation of your learning by giving a broad introduction to digital technologies and to a range of digital technology specialist functions.
Offered at: Reading & Oxford Campuses
What will I do?
The Digital Technologies HNC, equivalent to the first year of a university degree programme. It concentrates on developing the skills to succeed in industry and prepares you for work in the digital sector.
You’ll gain a wide range of knowledge during your programme, tied to practical skills gained through research, independent study, directed study and workplace scenarios, with live project briefs from our employer partners. You will also have the opportunity to develop transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis, which are highly valued in higher education and the workplace
Is it for me?
If you’re looking to get your career Digital Technologies and have a passion for the subject, then this is the course for you. There are full time and part time course options available to suit your needs.
Not ready to apply yet? Why not give us an email, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. We’ll be able to advise on whether this course is right for you and take it from there. You will also have the opportunity to complete these microsoft accreditations.
What’s next?
Upon successful completion of this qualification, candidates will be equipped with the knowledge and understanding to enable them to progress on to a broad range of further development areas such as Big Data management, software engineering and web application development.
Following successful completion of the Certificate, you can also progress towards the BCS L5 Diploma in IT and select from the following options:
HNC Digital Technologies
This course is offered at Oxford and Reading in partnership with Activate Learning.
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What’s the learning experience like?
Digital Technologies HNC learners at the South Central IoT will benefit from:
- Project based learning: You will manage projects from beginning to end, solving employer-generated problems and maximising higher skills.
- Active partnerships with employers: Our previous projects include working with Microsoft. Learners will be given opportunities to complete Microsoft relevant certifications. Our projects are co-delivered with employer partners which means you get trained directly by industry professionals.
- Confidence to learn, forget and relearn – as you would in industry: You will be treated as a unique investor in your working future rather than individuals accessing courses.
- Real research and development: You will undertake detailed research, enquiry, writing and analysis and communicate results effectively.
- Friendly and approachable: The South Central Institute of technology team is welcoming, and will encourage you at every step.
How will my progress be monitored?
Our Digital Lecturers will provide advice and guidance at regular intervals, and will support you on your exciting journey to ensure you achieve the best possible grade.
How will the programme be assessed?
All of our programmes are assessed by assignments or coursework. Projects completed as part of the course are based on live briefs from industry employers, ensuring relevant workplace experience and potential job prospects.
How much time will I spend being taught and how much self-study?
At Level 4 entry, total qualification time is estimated at 1,200 hours per academic year, of which 480 hours are guided learning hours. This equates to approx. 15 hours per week taught (face-to-face and e-learning) and 15+ hours per week independent self-study during term time.
This course can be studied both full-time in one-year and part-time in one year.
Entry requirements
The most important thing for us is passion, dedication and commitment to learning about digital technologies at a higher level.
It all starts with a conversation with our admissions team to find out about your interests and aspirations, and we’ll match you to the right pathway
Work Experience & Employers
You’ll gain a wide range of knowledge, during your Digital Marketing course, tied to practical skills gained through research, independent study, directed study and workplace scenarios, with live project briefs from our employer partners.
Additional Information
During the course of your Higher National Certificate, you’ll develop and strengthen your core skills, while preparing yourself to continue onto a Level 5 Higher National Diploma, or to entering employment.
Not only will you have a sound knowledge across a broad range of technical areas, you’ll also leave with the qualities and skills that employers look for. What’s more, we’ll be here to support you at every step, offering a friendly environment that feels (and looks) like a real employer.