Course Overview

The course will be delivered through a mix of online delivery, face-to-face theory and practical sessions. This will be delivered over three days per week in a blended learning format. Theory and practical sessions will be at UWTSD’s new Waterfront campus in Swansea.

The programme team will work with students and industrial partners to provide opportunities for students to gain work experience within a real industrial environment or within the university.

Course Modules

Year One – Level 4 (CertHE)

• Applied Analytics (10 credits; compulsory)
• Computer Systems Fundamentals (10 credits; compulsory)
• Cyber Security Essentials (10 credits; compulsory)
• Digital Technologies (10 credits; compulsory)
• Integrating Project (20 credits; compulsory)
• Skills Development in the Workplace (30 credits; compulsory)
• Software and Apps for Business (10 credits; compulsory)
• Technical Skills Development (20 credits; compulsory).

Career and Progression

Employability skills are embedded within each of the modules of the programmes. Communication, work-place etiquette, creative problem solving, team working and practical skills are developed further throughout the programme. 

After successful completion of the Certificate of Higher Education Programmes, students may choose to stay at the University and progress onto various BEng, BSc, HND or HNC programmes.

The progression opportunities are detailed below: 

CertHE – Digital Skills

On successful completion of the CertHE, there will be options to progress onto a full-time (Hons) degree in areas such as:   

• Computing (Software Engineering)  
• Computing (Cloud Software Development) 

Individuals who are successful in gaining suitable employment will have the opportunity to apply for a Higher or Degree Apprenticeship. 

Key Information

Study Mode: Fulltime

Study method: Online

Duration: 12 months, 3 semesters, 2 days a week, 8 hours a week

Intake: January & September

Qualification: No

Tuition Fee: £9000/year

Funding options: Student Finance Company or Self Funded 

Campus: 

Admission Contact Information:

Direct number - 07574244233, 07361531935

Email - admissions.swansea@fbaukltd.com 

Address - 12 Walter Road, SA1 5NF Swansea, Wales