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HNC Digital Technologies – Data Analytics FT

This programme is a Higher Technical Qualification

University Campus Doncaster’s Data Analytics Pathway is part of the Institute of Technology and delivered with a hybrid approach, awarding you a Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate.

Developed with insight from leading employers, this programme equips you with the technical expertise and analytical mindset needed to transform data into actionable intelligence. It’s the perfect launchpad for those seeking a career at the intersection of technology, business, and decision-making.

Why Choose This Data Analytics Pathway?

Data is the currency of the modern digital economy. Organisations of all sizes are harnessing data to drive innovation, streamline operations, and gain competitive advantages, but they need skilled professionals to make sense of it all. This pathway combines flexibility with focused, practical learning. You’ll master the tools and techniques used by today’s data teams and learn how to extract insight, spot trends, and support strategic decisions.

What You’ll Learn

This Pearson-accredited online programme gives you hands-on experience with real-world datasets, analytics software, and visualisation platforms. You’ll explore descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics, developing the ability to apply techniques like statistical modelling, forecasting, and dashboard creation. You’ll also gain a firm understanding of the theory behind data analysis, including ethical data use, data governance, and the impact of AI and machine learning on analytics.

You’ll study through live classes, on-demand resources, interactive projects, and expert-led tutorials, all designed to bring analytics to life.

Your Career Future:

The Data Analytics Pathway opens the door to in-demand roles, including:

  • Data Analyst
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Data Visualisation Specialist
  • Analytics Consultant
  • Insight Manager

By completing this qualification, you’ll gain the confidence and capabilities to help businesses harness the power of data in meaningful, impactful ways.

Should You Join Us?

This course is ideal for recent college leavers, career switchers, and professionals looking to future-proof their skillset. You’ll benefit from a supportive virtual learning environment, access to cutting-edge tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and Azure, and tutor-led guidance throughout your journey. Upon completing this HNC, you’ll have the option to progress to a Higher National Diploma, a degree in data science, or step straight into the workplace.

Apply Today:

Become fluent in the language of data. Apply to the Data Analytics Pathway at University Campus Doncaster today and unlock the skills that power today’s most successful organisations.

This is a South Yorkshire Institute of Techology programme

Key Information

  • Course Level

    Level 4

  • Delivery

    Full-Time

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • UCAS Code

    DTDA

  • Awarding Body

    Pearson

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This course includes the following core modules that all students complete:

Level 4 Year 1

Semester A:

  • Professional Practice in the Digital Economy
  • Cyber Security
  • Programming
  • Database Design and Development

Semester B:

  • Innovation and Digital Transformation
  • Networking in the Cloud
  • Big Data and Visualisation
  • Data Analytics

Occasional changes to modules and course content may take place. Students will be notified when applicable.

The primary way of delivering this programme is in-person delivery on campus at University Campus Doncaster.

Assessments include methods such as:

  • Reports
  • Code
  • Portfolios
  • Industry-style documentation
  • Development
  • Presentations
  • Podcasts
  • Infographics
  • And more.

Cyber Security Assignment: Information Assurance Report

Programming Code Assignment:

We are committed to creating educational opportunities for people from a variety of backgrounds and situations. If you have been out of formal education for some time, and/or you do not have the qualifications stated, we might still be able to consider your application and offer you a range of support. We are here to help. Please get in touch to find out more.

30 UCAS Points.

Those who do not have a GCSE in math and English will be required to undertake a pre-entry assessment to ensure suitability for the programme.

Upon successful completion of the course, you will have acquired skills that enable you to consider career paths as a:

  • Data Analyst
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Data Visualisation Specialist
  • Analytics Consultant
  • Insight Manager

Alternatively, you may wish to progress onto the HND Digital Technologies Software Development Level 5 qualification, which is a HTQ qualification awarded by Pearson Edexcel.

Financial Support

UK students can take out a tuition fee loan to cover the cost of their course and a maintenance loan to cover living costs.

We also have a range of other financial support available.

Course Fees

UK

£7940.00

Additional Costs

Your Tuition fees cover most costs associated with your course (including registration, tuition, and assessment).

There may be some extra costs that you might need to make, or choose to pay, for example:

  • Books (you’ll have access to books from your module reading lists in the HE library, but you may wish to buy your own copies)
  • Printing and photocopying
  • Trips and enhancement opportunities
  • As the programme requires vocational hours within the Mental Health and Wellbeing arena, you may be required to pay for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check if you are not in possession of a current one or registered on the update service.

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To find out more and apply for this course, please contact us via the telephone number below.

  • Course code: DTDA
  • Institution code: N64
  • University name: DN Colleges Group
  • Campus name: University Campus Doncaster
  • Campus code: D

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Applying only to University Campus Doncaster? You can directly apply.

If you are applying only to University Campus Doncaster and not to any other universities or providers, you can do so directly by using the following link.

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