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HND Cyber Security is an SCQF Level 8 course which will teach you how to protect networks, IT systems and individuals against Cyber-attacks and Cyber threats, and to understand your legal, ethical and professional responsibilities.

Cyber security is one of the fastest evolving areas within business and government today as online systems make up the foundations of the digitally-enabled economy. Employment in the area of Cyber security is predicted to increase fivefold in the next two years and there is already a shortage of people who are...

This course is suited to those who have previous experience in painting and decorating and would like to further develop their skills. On this course, you will cover a variety of sought-after industry requirements from preparing a variety of surfaces for decoration to producing decorative finishes.

This course runs for 6 months.








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This course offers a robust and exciting introduction to the study of fine art and gives you the opportunity to build up a rich and varied portfolio of work. It is ideal for individuals with ambitions towards a creative career. The course will help you develop key practical artistic skills and will help enhance your understanding of contemporary art in general. You will be encouraged to develop your creativity and your awareness of specialist skills and techniques, taking ownership of your own unique creative voice.

You can view student work on tumblr.

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This course offers ideal preparation for work or entry to a higher-level software development course. Using a balance of theory and practice, you'll learn the key concepts of software design.

So whether employment or progression to university is your aim, we'll give you the basic knowledge needed for this growing area of computing.

This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 6.





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This course offers you an ideal first step into the Interior Design Industry, providing you with the theoretical and practical knowledge and skills required to begin your career journey.

You'll learn the knowledge and skills necessary to work on projects - from initial conceptual ideas to a fully functional interior design scheme you could present to a commercial client (please see further information in the 'what you study' section below).

Your programme will be delivered by our highly professional teaching staff with significant Interior Design experience and a proven track record of bringing out...

This course prepares you for employment in a junior developer role within the Computer Games Industry or a junior software developer role within the IT Industry. The HNC Computer Games Development qualification has progression routes to our 2nd year HND Computer Games Development course and to 2nd year BSc Games and Software Development degree programmes.

Students will use industry standard software (including GameMaker2 Studio, Unity, Unreal Engine) and hardware (PC, VR, mobile devices) for development.

You should note that this course contains maths subjects and progression to year 2 depends on having...

This course prepares you for a career as a Technical Engineer in the Electrical Engineering Industry and Electrical supply sector which deals with the production, transmission, distribution and application of electricity and the manufacturing, installation, and maintenance of electrical equipment.

During the course, you will cover areas involving electrical circuit analysis using industry-standard software and simulation packages. Within our department's laboratory and workshops, you will conduct analysis using theory and practical applications of magnetic principles and practical electrical machines.

Near the end of the course, there is a graded exam in addition to all...

This course prepares you for a career in the communication industry. You will develop an understanding of the nature and function of advertising and public relations, within a wider marketing and marketing communications framework.

The new HND in Advertising & PR further develops your skills in both traditional and digital areas of marketing research, consumer behaviour, campaign planning, media, copywriting and corporate identity. You will learn how to communicate effectively in this environment by engaging with employers and decision-makers from the industry throughout this course and have the opportunity to work with live clients. Theory and...

This course prepares you for a career in the communication industry. You'll develop an understanding of the nature and function of advertising and public relations, within a wider marketing and marketing communications framework. You'll also learn how to communicate effectively in this environment.

The course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 8.





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This course prepares you for a career in the exciting and constantly developing area of graphic design. You will develop your creative ability and technical graphics skills, mainly through practical projects in the studio.


The course also encourages you to take responsibility for your own development. You'll build on your own creative concepts through research and development in the sketchbook, before producing finished work digitally.

The emphasis of the course is on the layout of type and image, for both print and screen and the development of creative concepts.

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