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HND Digital Technologies:
Digital Communications
Management
From the products you buy to the services you use, every media message you receive and the choice you make has been influenced by marketing forces. Studying HND Digital Communications Management will enable you to understand how Digital Technologies impact organisations and society, and how organisations navigate and transform the functions and roles of communication to adapt to the increasingly complex digital corporate landscape.
HND in Digital Communications Management will provide you with functional knowledge and specialised skills in core areas of digital communications including content strategy and curation, user experience and user design. By focusing on digital communication channels and analytical tools, you will gain technological competence that will enable you to become a communicator who understands the digital world and knows that different dilemmas need different types of communication and approaches.Â
Our HND is more flexible and cost-effective than a bachelor’s degree; our tuition fees tend to be lower and unlike a bachelor’s degree, you can complete your HND in two years but still retain the option to top-up to a degree.
- Qualification: Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Digital Technologies
- Awarding body: Pearson
- Duration: 2 years
- Study mode: Full time
- Location: London
- Tuition fee: £6,000
- Next start date: Autumn 2025
- Qualification number: 603/7167/5
Why choose HND Digital Technologies: Digital Communications Management
BTEC HNDs are practical qualifications equivalent to the first 2 years of an undergraduate degree and are developed with employers to give you a clear pathway to employment. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared for jobs such as Digital Communication Specialist, Social Media Manager, Social Media Strategist and Digital Media Manager.
Entry requirements
To apply for the Higher National Diploma in Digital Technologies: Digital Communications Management, you must be over 18 years of age.
Standard route
Level 3 qualification (60 credits or above), preferably in Computing, Computer Science and IT or Digital Media Production.
GCSE Maths and English grades A*-C (4 -5), English language assessment commensurate to IELTS 5.5. (PTE 51, Duolingo 85 and above, Functional Skills Level 2 or B2 CEFR – [The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages])
Non-standard route
Mature applicants 21+ without formal qualifications require 2 or more years work experience, CV, employer reference, personal statement, GCSE Maths and English grades A*-C (4 -5), English language assessment commensurate to IELTS 5.5. (PTE 51, Duolingo 85 and above, Functional Skills Level 2 or B2 CEFR)
All routes
There will also be a one-to-one interview session to understand students’ motivations to learn and a short skills assessment.
Fees & funding
Per academic year: £6,000
Funding through Student Finance England is available for those eligible.
What you will learn
No matter your education or experience level, we can help you boost your employment opportunities. Our exam-free, blended learning programmes are taught through a range of activities including classroom-based learning, live webinars, supervised independent learning, case studies, group presentations and applied research, to position you for success no matter your learning style. Blended learning requires access to a laptop or desktop computer. You also need to use word processing software such as Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint.
Year 1 – Level 4 (120 Credits)
- Professional Practice in the
Digital Economy - Innovation & Digital Transformation
- Cyber Security
- Programming
- Big Data & Visualisation
- Cloud Fundamentals
- Website Design & Development
- Management in the Digital Economy
Year 2 – Level 5 (120 Credits)
- Business Intelligence
- Internet of Things
- Emerging Technologies
- Planning Social Media Campaigns
- Digital Marketing
- Customer Value Management
- Digital Sustainability
- Pitching and Negotiating Skills
Application Process
Our application process is designed to be as simple and straightforward as possible. Here’s how it works:
You’ll start by filling out an enquiry form with some basic information about yourself
If you decide to apply, we’ll send you an email with an application form and pre-interview form for you to fill out and return to us. We will also ask for relevant information such as your personal
statement and identification.
If you meet our requirements, we’ll invite you for an interview and, if appropriate, ask you to complete an English Language assessmen
If successful, we will send you a conditional or unconditional offer.
After you accept our offer, you’ll attend a induction to get familiar with the course and meet your fellow students.
Our recruitment team will then reach out to you via phone or email to answer any questions you may have and provide you with more information about the programme, including funding resources, website links, and tours
After we receive your completed forms and documents, we’ll conduct a thorough check of your funding, learner history, and personal details
During the interview, we’ll ask you questions about your motivation to study, experience and funding.
Once your loans/funding are confirmed, we’ll send you an enrolment form and a formal offer.
On your first day of the course, you’ll officially join BAJ and begin your journey towards a successful career in your chosen field
You’ll start by filling out an enquiry form with some basic information about yourself.
Our recruitment team will then reach out to you via phone or email to answer any questions you may have and provide you with more information about the programme, including funding resources, website links, and tours.
If you decide to apply, we’ll send you an email with an application form and pre-interview form for you to fill out and return to us. We will also ask for relevant information such as your personal statement and identification.
After we receive your completed forms and documents, we’ll conduct a thorough check of your funding, learner history, and personal details.
If you meet our requirements, we’ll invite you for an interview and, if appropriate, ask you to complete an English Language assessment.
During the interview, we’ll ask you questions about your motivation to study, experience and funding.
If successful, we will send you a conditional or unconditional offer.
Once your loans/funding are confirmed, we’ll send you an enrolment form and a formal offer.
After you accept our offer, you’ll attend a induction to get familiar with the course and meet your fellow students.
On your first day of the course, you’ll officially join BAJ and begin your journey towards a successful career in your chosen field.
Student Services & Support
The British Academy of Jewellery offers a range of student services and Academic support.
Your Personal Tutor will work with you to review your progress on your Course and help you identify and achieve your personal goals.
Student Services and Administration provide a range of support, information, and specialist services to enhance your student experience.
Academic Development Tutors support students in developing the skills they need to be more confident in their studies. They work with a range of Academy programmes to help students in areas such as academic writing, time management, use of feedback, and working in groups.
Student Welfare and Support Officer can advise on Academy Policies and Procedures, any concerns, emotional or personal difficulties and provide information on external support services.
Delivery & structure
No matter what your level of education or experience, we can help you boost your employment opportunities. Our exam-free blended learning programmes are taught through a range of activities including classroom-based learning, live webinars, supervised independent learning, case studies, group presentations and applied research, to position you for success no matter your learning style.Â
Blended learning requires access to a laptop or desktop computer. You also need to use word processing software such as Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint.
Assessment & feedback
Assessment is both summative and formative. Primarily, summative assessment is intended to identify what has been learned (assessment of learning) and therefore the assessed mark counts towards the module grade awarded.
Formative assessment is intended to help students to learn (assessment for learning) and provides opportunities for students to identify their strengths and weaknesses, focus on areas they need to work and improve, and identify how to achieve improvements. Formative assessments will take place at several intervals during the course. Feedback, both formal and informal, is maximised throughout the programme and may take the form of individual tutorials, presentations, essays, shows and degree exhibits, portfolios, and module assessments. Students are given regular feedback/feed-forward through interaction in the studios in the development of projects, tutorials, group crits, and practice presentations.
Progression
BTEC HNDs are practical qualifications equivalent to the first 2 years of an undergraduate degree and are developed with employers to give you a clear pathway to employment. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared for jobs such as Digital Communication Specialist, Social Media Manager, Social Media Strategist and Digital Media Manager.
Next steps
Register Your Interest in HND Digital Technologies Course
Disclaimer: In line with the Consumer Act, we reserve the right to close a course – if there are insufficient student numbers to make the course financially viable.
