Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Digital Technologies (Artificial Intelligence (AI) Solutions and Applications)
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| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-09-01 | - |
| 2027-01-01 | - |
| 2027-04-01 | - |
| 2027-09-01 | - |
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Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Digital Technologies
Course Overview
The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Digital Technologies aims to enhance career and employability in the areas of Artificial Intelligence by developing a skillset through the study of deployed Intelligent Systems and evaluating technical and ethical challenges and opportunities.
Course Specification
Duration
24 months
Subject
Digital Technologies
Qualification Level
Undergraduate pathway
Start Date
Jan | Apr | Sept
Tuition Fees
38,000
About this Course
This diploma is equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor's degree, allowing students seamless transfers to a top-up degree with over 200 universities worldwide. The course focuses on building current skills required in the field of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning and allows students to develop up-to-date knowledge in AI solutions and applications.
What will you Achieve?
Upon completing the Pearson BTEC Higher National Diplomas in Digital Technologies, students will gain a solid foundation in digital technology concepts and skills. At Level 4, they will develop core competencies, practical skills, and transferable abilities like communication and teamwork, preparing them for both higher education and entry-level roles. By Level 5, students will specialize in digital technology fields, equipping them with the knowledge and critical thinking required for degree-level study or roles with personal responsibility and decision-making.
Career Opportunities
- Machine Learning Specialist
- Big Data Specialist
- Business Intelligence Developer
- Big Data Architect
- AI Researcher
- AI Data Analyst
Entry Requirements
- 17+ years minimum
- BTEC Level 3 in IT
- GCSE – Grade A* – C
- Other related Level 3 qualifications
- CBSE, ISE, NIOS or All state boards of grade 12
- Relevant work experience (2 years minimum)
- Pass Subject Proficiency Test
- Pass English Proficiency Test
Course Outline
Key Points
- Fundamentals of AI
- Power BI
- Application design and development
- Professional Practice in the Digital Economy
- Innovation and Digital Transformation
Units
- Cyber Security
- Big Data & Visualisation
- Cloud Fundamentals
- Software Development Lifecycles
- Programming
- Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Intelligent Systems
- Business Intelligence
- Internet of Things
- Emerging Technologies
- Risk Analysis and Systems Testing
- Application Development
- Application Program Interfaces
- Digital Sustainability
- Pitching and Negotiating Skills
Progression
The Level 5 Higher National Diploma is recognized by higher education providers as meeting admission requirements to many relevant digital technology courses, including:
- BA (Hons) in Animation
- BSc (Hons) in Artificial Intelligence
- BSc (Hons) in Business Analytics
- BSc (Hons) in Computer Science
- BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security
- BSc (Hons) in Data Science and Analytics
- BSc (Hons) in Network Engineering
- BA (Hons) in Social Media Management
- BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering
Admission Process
- Complete the Application Form
- Submit all required documents
- Completed Application Form
- Most Recent Academic Transcript
- Passport Copy – valid copy required
- Emirates ID (Front & Back- valid copies required)
- Updated Resume (if applicable)
- Proof of English Proficiency
- The Admission Team will contact you for any further queries
- Receive an Offer Letter from Admissions Team
- Pay your tuition fee as per your selected payment plan to secure your seat
