FdSc Digital Technologies – Stage 1

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FdSc Digital Technologies – Stage 1

Who is this course for?
This course is aimed at all those who wish to carve out a career in the computing and digital industries. The content is broad and aims to prepare the student to move onto a technical or managerial role in these sectors.

This two-year programme has a significant element of work-based learning which helps learners to develop their employment skills and professional network.

Students work for extended periods with a range of the industry’s leading employers, with placements normally being paid.

The course content has been carefully put together with input from key members of local industry to ensure students are uniquely prepared to progress into employment in the wide range of local computing and digital industries.

University College Jersey offers two pathways within the second year of the course, the Security pathway and the Games Development pathway.

How long is this course and when does it run?
This is a two-year programme, commencing September 2025.

Deadline
The application portal will be open late 2024 and the deadline for applications will be published soon.

What are the entry requirements for the course?
· 64 UCAS points from a minimum of two A Levels or equivalent (e.g. BTEC National/International Baccalaureate) with at least one subject in a technology related subject (e.g. information technology, computing, mathematics or a science).
· GCSE Maths and English at grade C (grade 4) or above are mandatory.
· Other Level 3 qualifications will be considered, and mature applicants with relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis.
· All candidates will need to have a successful interview.
· Candidates will need to demonstrate a clean police record check for the work placement.

What will I study on this course?
YEAR 1 MODULES:
Professional Preparation
· Programming Principles and Techniques
· Security
· Data Analysis, Tools and Application
· Web Technologies
· Gamification
· Networking
· Work Based Learning – Self Development

YEAR 2 MODULES:
· Research Methods Project
· Emerging Technologies
· Cloud Computing
· Work-Based Learning – Self Development and Industry Knowledge
· Internet of Things (Computing Pathway)
· Cyber Security (Computing Pathway)
· Games World Production (Games Pathway)
· Games Engine Development (Games Pathway)

What qualification will I gain?
FdSc in Digital Technologies and lead to the BSc (Hons) Digital Technologies course, Games Development 3rd year at Plymouth University, employment or other Level 6 equivalent courses.

How will it be assessed?
The course will be assessed through coursework.

Work Experience
Two x 10-week work placements are included in both years of the course.

How much will it cost:
£9,250 per year.

Extra Information
Please email Shaun Heslop on Shaun.Heslop@highlands.ac.uk
or call UCJ on 01534 608702.

The application portal will open in autumn 2024 and the deadline for applications will be published soon.

 

Click here to apply

 

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