Course summary

Why this course? • Gain specialist skills for future employment • Specialist facilities and resources, expertise and employment links • Practical-based learning through vocational, academic and practical skills • Silver in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) for delivering high quality teaching, learning and outcomes for its students About this course This Higher National Diploma helps you enter specific career paths within the Digital Industries, or on completion, progress to your final year of a degree here at Roehampton. This University course is approved by the Institute for Apprenticeship and Technical Education. Supports a fast-track entry to employment for students entering or choosing a career-change within the employment market. The course is equivalent to the first two years of undergraduate study. This course provides the opportunity to specialise in a digital-technology-related occupational area. You will be introduced to a range of tools, techniques and technologies for acquiring data and processing this into meaningful information that can be used to support business functions and processes. Skills On finishing the course, you will have the confidence to enter the employment market, with a sound understanding of Digital Industries and a real-world understanding of how to apply your principles to it Career opportunities After completing this Diploma you will be in a strong position for pursuing jobs within the digital economy including cyber security, software development, data analytics, networking, animation, software testing, business analysis and change management. You could also progress on to further study through a degree, a higher apprenticeship programme or continuing professional development. Our careers team is available to support you from the start of your studies until after you graduate. They will help you build your CV, prepare for interviews, and meet and learn from successful graduates working at the top of their careers. You’ll also have opportunities to work with our partners across London and beyond, and to attend a Roehampton jobs fair where you can find out about graduate opportunities and meet employers.

This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.