Web Development HND (BSc Web Development - University Route)

Course description

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Web Development is an associate degree program offering dual enrolment at Napier University. On completion, there is a direct route to a place in the third year of Edinburgh Napier University’s Web Development course.

• The course offers an opportunity to be on placement during year 3
• This course runs at Milton Road Campus

This course will develop the skills you will need to work in web development and associated technologies. You will be taught by industry-experienced College lecturers and learn a diverse range of knowledge in; Hypertext Mark-up Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), JavaScript, Structured Query Language (SQL), Content Management System (CMS) Technologies, Web Graphics, User Interface (UI), PHP (Hypertext Pre-processor), App Development and Social Media. 

This is a hands-on and practical course that will enhance your employability skills. Edinburgh College has strong industry connections with Edinburgh-based digital companies. These companies can provide expert advice, guidance and placement opportunities. This course offers you an up-to-date award that reflects recent developments within the web design and development sector. Each subject area you cover is tailored towards jobs available in the industry to make sure you get the best education to progress towards a successful career. You will develop a mastery of the latest software packages such as Adobe as well as learn about dynamic website development using MYSQL, Mobile Technologies and Search Engine Optimisation (SEO). This course will ensure you are well prepared for employment, self-employment or university studies in web development and digital media.

What you will learn

Year one and two - Edinburgh College

• HTML
• CSS
• JavaScript
• Web Video
• Adobe Graphics Software
• Dynamic Website Development
• PHP
• MYSQL
• Web App Development
• Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
• Content Management System (CMS)
• UI/UX Design

Year three and four - Napier University

• Year three of your studies may be a placement year
• Year four of your studies may be an Honours year

Learning outcome

• After the first year, you can progress to the second year of HND Web Development ( please note year 2 of this course runs at Milton Road campus)
• After the second year, you can progress to the third Year BSc Web Development at Edinburgh Napier University
• Other university options exist for 1st and 2nd-year entry.
• Self-employment as a web designer/developer

• Employment in the interactive media or web development industry
• Self-employment as a web designer and developer