Digital Technologies (HNC)

Why this course?

• Gain specialist skills for future employment
• Practical-based learning through vocational, academic and practical skills
• Ranked top 3 modern university in London (Complete University Guide 2025)

About this course

This Higher National Certificate helps you gain key skills needed to start a career within the field of Digital Technologies, and on completion, consider progression to a Higher National Diploma here at Roehampton. This University course is approved by the Institute for Apprenticeship and Technical Education.

Supports a fast-track entry to employment for students entering or choosing a career-change within the employment market. The course is equivalent to the first year of undergraduate study.

Digital technologies are electronic tools, devices, systems, and resources which generate, store or process data. Digital technology has changed the whole world with its new innovations.

You will learn about a range of digital technology specialist functions, develop your understanding of the major impact that digital technologies have on the business environment, and gain an insight into digital technology operations and the opportunities and challenges presented by a global marketplace.

Plus, you’ll be taught by a friendly, committed and qualified team of lecturers who have both professional and teaching experience.

Skills

You will learn through research, independent study, directed study and workplace scenarios. By participating in vocational activities, you will develop key behaviours and transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis.

Career opportunities

The skills and knowledge you gain from this course will put you in a strong position for pursuing jobs in within the Digital Economy, including cyber security, software development, data analytics, networking, animation, software testing, business analysis and change management.

You may choose to progress to the  Digital Technologies HND and commit to a specialist specific career path or on completion, progress to degree-level study.

Our careers team is available to support you from the start of your studies until after you graduate. They will help you build your CV, prepare for interviews, and meet and learn from successful graduates working at the top of their careers.

You’ll also have opportunities to work with our partners across London and beyond, and to attend a Roehampton jobs fair where you can find out about graduate opportunities and meet employer.

Roehampton offers something genuinely distinctive: a supportive campus community in Southwest London, combined with the opportunities of one of the world's great cities. It's the perfect balance, giving you access to exciting career opportunities, world-class culture and industry connections, alongside a real sense of belonging.

Students choose from a wide range of undergraduate subjects, taught by expert academics with real-world experience built in. With a thriving Students' Union, competitive sport and a campus that feels like home, there's a rich life beyond the lecture hall too.

Live where everything happens. With on-campus halls, affordable prices and bills included, you’ll enjoy a hassle-free place to call your own - while stepping straight into a friendly, ready-made community. Plus, Roehampton is ranked the best-value student accommodation in London (Monzo), so you get more for your money.

With generous scholarships, bursaries, and a dedicated commuting bursary, Roehampton is committed to making sure finance is never a barrier. Whatever your background or responsibilities, Roehampton is designed to help you thrive.