Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND in Digital Technologies for England - Artificial Intelligence (AI) Solutions and Applications

Computing & Information Technology

On this course, you will cover a wide variety of theoretical and practical development skills.

You will gain skills in identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in computer networks and systems, as well as learning how to protect them against hacker attacks.

You will combine your interest in forensics, computer networks and security to become the cyber security professional of the future.

The unit combinations and the list of optional units are:

Mandatory units:

Business Intelligence
Internet of Things
Emerging Technologies
Risk Analysis and Systems Testing
Application Development
Application Program Interfaces.

Optional units (may be subject to change):
Work-based Learning in the Digital Economy
Pitching and Negotiating Skills.

The course will also develop a broad range of transferable skills, which include communicating, teamwork, planning and organising, problem solving, IT skills and numerical techniques to build a secure system that meet the needs of employers and preparing you for an exciting career.

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Entry requirements
- Satisfactory completion of Level 4 Higher National Certificate in relevant Digital Technologies
- Related subjects with a good attendance
- And an excellent College report.
  
  External applicants will be considered subject to matching of HNC units and satisfactory references. All students who are non-native English speakers and who have not undertaken their final two years of schooling in English, must demonstrate capability in English at a standard equivalent to IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent.
  
  Mature students with appropriate related industry experience are encouraged to apply.
Who is the course for?

In this course you will gain a comprehensive perspective on the current developments, needs, and potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI). By exploring AI models, algorithms, and systems, you will be equipped with a solid foundation in computer science and a strong understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of AI.

This course will provide you with the essential background knowledge and skills to become a successful AI professional and there are opportunities to explore an extensive range of optional modules, allowing you the freedom to develop your study pathway to reflect your interests.

You will be prepared for a range of exciting roles, from big data engineer to robotics engineer. As a result, Pearson HND DT in AI and Solutions and Applications is valued by companies and employers and is perfect for individuals who wish to have a more of a ‘hands-on’ experience with their studies and is also valuable in preparing students for life at university.
Study methods
- 75% classroom-based learning supervised by a tutor
- 20% work-based learning supervised by a tutor
- 5% e-Learning supervised by a tutor in real time, guest speakers and field trips (optional).
  
  Students will attend college for 15 hours – over two days. Students are expected to complete approximately 22.5 hours per week of independent study (i.e. on research in LRC and completing assignments).
How is the course assessed?
Assessment is through a series of assignments including 95% written assignments, 4% group work, 1% presentations. The grades in each subject unit are shown as:
- Pass
- Merit
- Distinction.
More information
Please click here for the Course Handbook – containing full course details plus information on:
- Assessment and grading
- College rules and resources
- Student support and representation.
  
  Please click here to view the Terms and Conditions for our HE students.
  
  For students to be eligible for funding from Student Finance England, they must be studying on an eligible course at a provider registered with the Office for Students (OfS). The OfS has published providers on its Register and HRUC (and HCUC as we were known before Jan 2023) has been registered since 10 December 2018. Please visit www.officeforstudents.org.uk for more information.
  
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  It’s an exciting time to be a higher education student at HRUC, as alongside your course you also have the opportunity and support to become an HRUC Graduate.
  
  As a higher education student at HRUC you will be able to participate in a range of extra-curricular enrichment opportunities and activities to gain essential employability skills to enable you to become even more work-ready. These are additional skills, over and above your main qualification, that will help you to further develop yourself, increase you knowledge and skills and prepare for university or the workplace.
  
  The great news is that the additional skills you gain will not only make you highly employable but they will be recognised and you will be acknowledged for them!
  
  Find out more here.
Where Next – Job Opportunities
The skills offered as part of the Pearson HND DT in AI and Solutions and Applications can provide graduates with the opportunity to work in many different areas of the computing sector. Previous students have successfully gained employment in the following roles:
- Risk Analyst
- Lead Developer
- Data Analytics Consultant
- AI Engineer
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Data Scientist, etc.
Where Next – Further Studies

The Pearson Level 5 HND DT in AI and Solutions and Applications is recognised by higher education providers, as meeting admission requirements to many relevant computing-related courses.

Details of entry requirements for BTEC Higher National graduates into degree programmes at institutions in the UK and internationally can be found on the Degree Course Finder website (http://degreecoursefinder.pearson.com/) or at http://UCAS.com.

You could go on to BSc degree programmes and MSc programmes after suitable post-diploma experience.
Fees
- Home student fee: £6,500
- International student fee: £8,625. There is also a registration fee for international students of £125.
  
  The fees quoted are for one year of study and include tuition, exam fee, materials, ID card (which gives access to the college and facilities e.g. library) and college registration.
  
  Fees will be no higher than those published, subject to an Access and Participation Plan being approved by the Office for Students.
  
  Whether you pay a 'home' or 'overseas' fee depends on whether you meet certain criteria. Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge Colleges (HRUC) does not create the criteria for fee status. The fee status criteria is provided in regulations and guidance, published by the government.
  
  For information on the conditions you need to meet to be entitled to pay tuition fees at the 'home' rate for study on a Higher Education (HE) course at Uxbridge College please contact the Careers Team on 01895 853333.
  
  If you are unsure about your status, please contact the Careers Team at Uxbridge College. The UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) also has information about residency for international students.
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