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Digital Technologies for England: Artificial Intelligence (AI)

  • Higher National Diploma
  • 1 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 14 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
Barnsley College Higher Education Church Street Campus
Awarded by:
Pearson Education Ltd
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2027-2028
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Course summary

This is a contemporary, cutting-edge programme for those looking to pursue a career in the fast-paced and evolving fields of artificial intelligence and software development.

Students on this programme may come from a range of backgrounds and interests. The course is designed to provide a well-rounded approach, with focused delivery and specialist pathways in AI and software development lifecycles.

Developed in collaboration with employers, this course is designed to meet the growing demands of the industry. The HND in Digital Technologies for England provides the knowledge, skills and experience required for success in the workplace.

Modules

Course Modules

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Solutions and Applications, including:

  • Business Intelligence

  • Internet of Things

  • Emerging Technologies

  • Risk Analysis

  • Application Development

  • Application Programming Interfaces

In addition, you will study:

  • Digital Sustainability

  • Pitching and Negotiating Skills

https://www.barnsley.ac.uk/course/digital-technologies-for-england-artificial-intelligence-ai-hnd-full-time

Assessment method

Assessment methods include practical work, written assignments, examinations, case studies, presentations and reports. These allow you to demonstrate your knowledge, understanding and application of key principles, as well as the breadth and depth of your research.

Some modules include both group and independent assessment activities.

This course has restrictions on who can apply.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Barnsley College Higher Education Church Street Campus

Study options

  • Higher National Diploma • Full-Time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • 14 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
DAIS
Institution code:
B13
Campus name:
Barnsley College Higher Education Church Street Campus
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

This course has restrictions on who can apply.

This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
DAIS
Institution code:
B13
Campus name:
Barnsley College Higher Education Church Street Campus

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Successful achievement of a Level 4 HNC or a related subject.

Additional entry requirements

Interview
All applicants will be required to attend an interview with the course tutor

International entry requirements

We are not currently accepting international applications

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland£6995

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Fees are quoted based on 2026 entry information and are subject to change for 2027.

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