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BSc (Hons)

Digital and Technology Solutions

Graduates with the ability to design, build and support Digital & Technology type solutions are in high demand. Completing this course will give you the knowledge needed to work at the forefront of this exciting sector.

Course Overview

Content is currently under review and subject to change

Attendance

Part Time
Duration

3 years
Venue

Headingley Campus
Cost

Maximum of £27,000 over three years.

As part of this course, Apprentices:

Study for a Degree level qualification while working in a full-time role within industry, without incurring the usual fees.
Learn how to develop commercial quality software products, including desktop applications, multi-tier web-based applications, and databases using engineering techniques.
Are able to explore database design and implementation, data analysis, and computer security issues in the context of digital systems.
Are exposed to a number of different programming languages and environments across the full spectrum of development paradigms.
Study key STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) subject area themes, as outlined by the Government

Graduates of this programme also gain an Apprenticeship qualification in addition to the B.Sc. Hons. level qualification.

Software Engineering focussed delivery

This course includes modules specifically designed to help Apprentices develop the knowledge and skills necessary to become a qualified software developer, data analyst, or cyber security consultant.

Hands-on learning

Practical experience will be at the heart of learning. We have strong contacts with industry. Previous apprentices have worked at NHS Digital, Vocalink/Mastercard, Yorkshire Building Society, ASDA, Leeds City Council, and a number of SMEs.

Development of real-life usable digital and technology solutions, participating in work-based projects and attending and giving presentations all support Apprentices to link theory to industry practice.

Specialist facilities

Access to a range of resources as an apprentice on this course, including large number of software engineering tools, languages and environments. Access also our sandbox lab with full administrator rights, giving the freedom to work on a range of technologies. This enables Apprentices to develop advanced skills using a variety of tools and techniques.

Techskills Gold Accreditation

British Computer Society (BCS) Accreditation

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

Whilst completing the course, students will:

Be able to provide technology-enabled solutions to internal/external customers in a specialism which you can select from software engineering, IT business analysis, cyber security or data analysis.
Acquire high level skills in analysis, critical thinking, innovation, entrepreneurship and problem solving to enable long term career development and progression.
Learn to appreciate the legal, social, ethical, environmental and professional issues involved in the development and application of digital technologies.
Develop a range of transferable skills including communication, cogent presentation of ideas and arguments, the ability to work both independently and in a team and to practise these skills within the workplace.

Essential information

The course consists of core elements delivered mainly in Years 1 and 2 with a choice of routes for Year 3 which can be selected to suit the employers’ requirements.

Apprentices' work will be assessed via a range of methods including projects, presentation, reflections, reports, e-portfolios, blogs, practical examinations, online examinations, log book submissions, code submissions, products, product demonstrations and research proposals.

Apprentices are required to attend campus one day per week during normal term times. The majority of study can take place in the students' workplace or home but they will have full access to university facilities, if required.

Minimum 80 UCAS points, or equivalent, including one digital technology-related or science subject. GCSE English Language and Mathematics at Grade C or above or an equivalent qualification.

Apprentices without formal qualifications but with sufficient relevant work experience will be welcome to join the course.

Please note applications are submitted through the relevant employer, not directly from applicants.

Before starting an apprenticeship, applicants will be required to sign a “Commitment Statement” which details key information regarding the apprenticeship such as learning requirements, responsibilities of the apprentice, employer and university, assessments, delivery schedule, etc, some of which are detailed below. Further information on this, and general apprentice admissions requirements, may be sought from the Apprenticeships Team:

Email: apprenticeships@leedsbeckett.ac.uk

Tel: 0113 812 4500

Software Engineering Labs with industry standard software
Multi operating system support including Linux, Windows and MacOS.
Data Science Lab
Sandbox Labs with full administrator access for teaching & research
Dedicated on-line Security Training Environment
Learning systems development using Raspberry Pi and IoT Devices

The course consists of core elements delivered mainly in Years 1 and 2 with a choice of routes for Year 3 which can be selected to suit the employers’ requirements.

Minimum 80 UCAS points, or equivalent, including one digital technology-related or science subject. GCSE English Language and Mathematics at Grade C or above or an equivalent qualification.

Apprentices without formal qualifications but with sufficient relevant work experience will be welcome to join the course.

Please note applications are submitted through the relevant employer, not directly from applicants.

Email: apprenticeships@leedsbeckett.ac.uk

Tel: 0113 812 4500

Software Engineering Labs with industry standard software
Multi operating system support including Linux, Windows and MacOS.
Data Science Lab
Sandbox Labs with full administrator access for teaching & research
Dedicated on-line Security Training Environment
Learning systems development using Raspberry Pi and IoT Devices

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Why study a BSc (Hons) Digital and Technology Solutions Apprenticeship Degree?

By School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing

17 Jun 2022

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This course is specifically designed for Apprentices who wish in increase their knowledge of digital systems while working in a full-time role. Apprentices are provided with core knowledge but are then able to specialise in either Software Engineering, Data Analysis, or Cyber Security. The main emphasis is to provide comprehensive and practical coverage of creating and maintaining digital systems within the real world.

Dr Mark Dixon Course Director

Core modules

Introduction to Computer Programming

Introduction to fundamentals of computer programming, including variables and data types, understanding sequence, selection and iteration, basic algorithms, and structured programming and reuse.

Database Management Systems

Discover stages involved in the development of database systems and acquire database modelling and implementation skills. Examine the ethical and professional issues associated with the database development process.

Computer Systems and Networking

Study the key features of computer architecture, operating systems and computer networks, then undertake practical exercises in each area.

The Digital Business

Develop essential business understanding of concepts and information systems characteristics within organisations, focussing upon aspects related to the use of digital technology systems.

Core Project 1

Work-based project designed to provide an understanding of the fundamentals of digital technologies within the context of a professional working environment.

Software Engineering

Extends the basic knowledge of programming by introducing the concept of software engineering and object oriented (OO) development. An understanding of programming in the large and how to structure larger solutions will be the key theme.

Database Development

Build on experience of designing and implementing databases and apply database application development and programming skills to build robust applications.

Security of Digital Systems

Develop knowledge and theoretical underpinning necessary to understand the fundamental need for security within digital systems, backed by practical experience of how to identify and prevent common security exploits.

Web-Application Technologies

Explore the design and development of dynamic websites. Examine the design process alongside an introduction to server-side web development, enabling build of a well-designed, interactive site.

Core Project 2

Carry out a work-based project to allow realisation of taught content in a real-life scenario, while developing project management skills designed to support the final End-Point-Assessment (EPA).

Cloud Computing

Examine how to build cloud services and explore the technologies required to provide these to client side systems. Study established protocols used to communicate with server side software and consider aspects such as security and n-tier systems.

Data Analytics and Visualisation

Gain in-depth, systematic and critical understanding of the current research on business intelligence and issues concerning data analysis and knowledge discovery. Explore techniques for data analysis and data representation tools from both a theoretical and practical perspective.

Project Preparation

A prerequisite to the final Capstone project, developing the fundamental academic skills required, allowing identification of a suitable project and an opportunity to carry out research in order to produce the proposal required for the Capstone module.

Capstone Project

Final work-based project allowing application of skills learnt throughout the course to a significant real-life problem. This directly supports the final End-Point-Assessment (EPA) and is the culmination of the Apprenticeship for each apprentice.

Year three option modules: select an associated pair of modules from one specialism

Software Systems Development (Software Engineering Specialism).

Focus on advanced programming concepts and their underlying principles, along with professional techniques used during development of good quality commercial strength software products.

Software Engineering for Service Computing (Software Engineering Specialism).

Develop a deep understanding of the technologies and infrastructures that support development of service-based software systems. Learn how to create fully working applications by using a collection of remote independent services.

Advanced Database Systems (Data Analyst Specialism).

Take a practical perspective on the domain of data and database development and management. Seek to justify and implement appropriate modelling, design and programming strategies that satisfy the requirements associated with a range of modern data/database applications.

Machine Learning Techniques (Data Analyst Specialism)

Develop knowledge of algorithms and data structures, and the latest development in artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques. Explore the ways in which they are applied in various contexts for example smart cities, health, business, and manufacturing.

Systems Security (Cyber Security Specialism)

Extend knowledge of security to include in-depth coverage of security schemes and techniques for protecting and confining users, programs, systems, and networks. Various security threats and vulnerabilities are explored, as are the security methods that can be employed to mitigate risk and to design and operate secure systems and software.

Incident Response & Investigation (Cyber Security Specialism)

Explore the details of digital security with the knowledge of how to plan for and manage information security, how to detect security incidents and how to respond to them. Learn security monitoring techniques, investigation methods to identify the specifics of security breaches and methods for system and business recovery.

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Information for employers

Employer benefits

Meet the unique needs of your business – with degree apprentices learning at work, they are able to develop the knowledge and occupational competencies demanded by specific job roles and meet the unique needs of your business
Fill your higher-level skills gaps – higher-level skills are vital to business performance and economic growth. Through degree apprenticeships you can fill your higher-level skills gaps efficiently and effectively by tailoring the learning
Develop existing staff – you can develop your existing staff by allowing them to undertake a degree apprenticeship or enabling them to work with a degree apprentice in the workforce, through mentoring opportunities and more

Employer requirements

Every apprenticeship must have an Apprenticeship Agreement. This is a contract of service between the apprentice and the employer, confirming the apprenticeship and the standard being undertaken. This will be supplemented by a ‘Statement of Commitment’ signed by the employer, provider, and apprentice, setting out the expectations, roles and responsibility of each party involved in the apprenticeship
The apprentice must be already employed or specifically offered a position associated with the apprenticeship opportunity. In this case the employer will be responsible for the recruitment of Degree Apprentices. However, we can work with you to promote your opportunities via our website
The employer pays Degree Apprentices at their normal rate whilst they are studying. Apprentices must be paid at least a minimum wage appropriate to their age and job role
Apprentices require a mentor in the workplace who will oversee their learning and coordinate with the university
Apprentices spend a minimum of 20% of their working hours completing study for the course

Funding

Organisations with a wage bill in excess of £3 million can fund the course fees using their Apprenticeship Levy.

If you are a non-levy paying organisation the government will co-fund your apprenticeship training by contributing 95% of the costs and you will pay the remaining 5% of costs.

For further information on apprenticeship funding visit the Government website.