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Digital Technologies for England: Artificial Intelligence (AI)

  • HND
  • 1 Years
  • Full-time
  • 15 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Barnsley College Higher Education Church Street Campus
Awarded by:
Pearson EDI
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2026-2027
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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

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

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.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Barnsley College Higher Education Church Street Campus

Study options

  • HND • Full-time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • 15 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

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
Campus Code:
B
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

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
Campus Code:
B

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

We are not currently accepting international applications

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Entry requirements

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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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 2025 entry information and are subject to change for 2026.

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