HND in Digital Technologies for England (Cyber Security)
Entry requirements
Applicants Must be Aged 18+ and:
- Have a Level 3 qualification or an Access to Higher Education certificate.
- Demonstrate English proficiency: GCSE 4/C or CEFR B2. If you do not have this qualification, you can carry out an English test provided at a GBS campus.
- Pass an Academic interview.
Applicants Aged 21+:
- We welcome applications from students 21+ who do not match the standard entry requirements but who can demonstrate willingness and commitment to studying this subject, and who can evidence academic, professional or vocational experience in a related field.
- Demonstrate English proficiency: GCSE 4/C or CEFR B2. If you do not have this qualification, you can carry out an English test provided at a GBS campus.
Next Steps:
- Please fill out an application form by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button on this page.
- Send your supporting documents when requested by GBS.
- A panel interview takes place to assess your application.
- GBS make a final decision on your application.
Months of entry
January, June, October
Course content
If you're looking to pursue a career in digital technology, our HND will help you develop a range of key skills essential for entry into this exciting and ever-evolving sector. You'll also develop transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis which are highly valued in higher education and the workplace|
The HND in Digital Technologies for England (Cyber Security) course is aimed at students who want to continue their education through applied learning. Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals provide an intensive study of the digital computing sector and are designed for students who wish to pursue a career in the field.
After completing this course, students can continue their studies to degree level or pursue careers such as:
- Business Analyst
- Digital Technologist
- IT Support Technician
- Data Analyst
- Software Developer
- Network Technician
- Software Tester
- Risk Analyst
- Data Analytics Consultant
- Database Administrator
- Web Developer
- IOT Developer
Fees and funding
Fees
Following the Government’s announcement that Undergraduate tuition fees for UK Undergraduate students will change for students enrolling or re-enrolling after 1 August 2025 GBS has updated the Fees information, as shown above.
Tuition fees for Home students may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by the government.
Funding Your Study
You may be able to borrow money from the UK Government to help pay your tuition fees and to help with your living costs while studying.
This could take the form of a Tuition Fee Loan to cover the cost of your tuition fees, and/or a Maintenance Loan to support you with living costs whilst studying.
Please visit our Fees & Funding page for more information
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- HND in Digital Technologies for England (Cyber Security)
- full time24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- GBS UK