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HND - Higher National Diploma
Granton
Full Time
AUG-25
2 Years
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HND - Higher National Diploma
Granton
Full Time
AUG-25
2 Years
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Course overview
Digital Design and Development HND will teach you several contemporary skills needed to work in the modern digital-design workplace. The digital landscape is constantly changing and this course offers you an up-to-date award that reflects recent developments within the sector. Your design potential will be pushed to a professional standard and your work could be part of the digital future. You will be taught by industry-experienced College lecturers and learn a diverse range of knowledge in Web Development, Audio and Video Production, 3D Modelling, 2D Animation, Software Development, App Development and Arduino Development.
You will be introduced to project management, working in teams, User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) design graphics for a variety of environments and get hands-on with Arduino development. Each subject area you cover is tailored towards jobs available in the industry to make sure you get the best education to progress towards a successful career. This course leads to the second or third-year entry to university courses depending on your choice of university and course.
How the course is assessed
You will be assessed on your practical skills
There will be some written assignments and multiple-choice tests
There will be one exam
Progression and Articulation Routes
Second, or third year of various university degree courses
BSc Web Development year 3 at Napier University
BSc Interactive Design year 3 at Glasgow Caledonia University (with a portfolio)
Students living in
Domestic
£1,285 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if you live within Domestic. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£1,285 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£8,400 per year
Students from International
This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
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