The Pearson HND in Digital Technologies for England (Cyber Security) is designed to enrich the journey toward your dream career in tech — with a stimulating curriculum and a learning environment that prepares you for future success. If you are looking for the right pathway for continuing your higher education, a place to hone your existing professional skillset or recently gained an interest in pursuing a tech career — this is the course for you.

Over two years, Pearson HND in Digital Technologies for England (Cyber Security) course will provide you with a broad and gradual understanding of the digital computing sector. The first year enables you to be clear on the fundamentals within the sector. The second year pushes you further with more complex topics and challenging assignments, enabling you to advance your technical abilities. The intensive learning environment, course structure and teaching approach deliver a complete learning experience — preparing you for future success in the digital computing sector.

The personal development and new skills you acquire from the Pearson HND in Digital Technologies for England (Cyber Security) course will shape you into a valued addition to any workspace in your future career. You will be able to consider many career paths including: IT Support Technician, Data Analyst, Software Developer, Network Technician, Risk Analyst, Web Developer, IoT Developer etc.

Our Pearson HND in Digital Technologies for England (Cyber Security) course is available across five campuses in Birmingham, London, Leeds and Manchester. All five destinations provide a great selection of on-site resources and student support to excel in the classroom, with the opportunity to see and do plenty during your leisure time.

At Pearson we want to ensure that all our courses are as accessible as possible for as many people as possible. We know that finding a course that can fit in with your life is essential for getting the most from your studies. Therefore, our HND in Digital Technologies for England (Cyber Security) course is available via a two-day timetable on weekdays — providing the space you need to keep your lifestyle balanced inside and out of the classroom.

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 the 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 of 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 the University level, and, who can evidence academic, professional or vocational experience in a related field.

Process
– Application
– Supporting Documents
– Panel Interview
– Final Decision

Your studies on our HND in Digital Technologies for England (Cyber Security) will provide you with the platform needed to excel in a future digital technology career. You will study a combination of core and additional units during this two-year course, giving you a complete perspective of the industry. Year 1 exposes you to a foundational understanding of digital technology and cyber security. Your second year builds further into specific topics impacting the industry today including Emerging Technologies, Business Intelligence, Internet of Things, Applied Cyber Security, Cloud Computing Systems and Work Based Learning in the Digital Economy. The learning environment is also a key component in your development — helping you develop essential transferable skills in communication, teamwork, research and analysis. For mroe information, see the curriculum above.

There are no formal examinations required for the HND in Digital Technologies for England (Cyber Security) course. Assessments are undertaken in various ways including:

• Presentation
• Writing an assignment
• 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 in this course and lecturers will give you guidance on how best to approach this throughout the study period.