HN Cluster: Computing - Graphic Design and Digital Marketing (SCQF Level 7)
Start date: September 2025
This HNC Cluster is ideal for small business owners or self-employed people looking to improve their skills to help promote their business.
Providing you with digital marketing strategies and graphic design fundamentals this course will help you design, brand and promote either your business or yourself effectively.
Entry Requirements
- NC Computing with Digital Media (SCQF Level 6) OR
- a Higher at grade C OR
- relevant industry experience
Prospective students without the standard entry requirements are encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis
Course Content
Course Content
Course content includes:
- Graphic Design
- Digital Graphics Fundamentals
- Digital Marketing: Fundamentals
Study Mode
Study Mode
How will I study my course?
- Part-time
You will study through a combination of face-to-face classes on campus and remote learning via our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), with support from your lecturers.
How long will my course last?
32 weeks
9am-1pm, 1 day a week
How is the course assessed?
You will be assessed via a mix of practical open book course work and closed book assessments.
Career
Career
Upon completion of this course, you can progress onto to further study which may include
Alternatively, you can enter employment within the graphic design or digital marketing industries.
Fees and Funding
Fees and Funding
Course cost: £344
If eligible you can apply for a SAAS Part-time Fee Grant (PTFG).
Please refer to our Fees and Funding section for more information.
Additional costs:
While not necessary for this course you may wish to buy an Adobe student subscription (approx. £16.24 per month).
Funding
Our Student Finance Advisers can advise you on all aspects of student funding. The support available depends upon your personal circumstances.
Please refer to our Fees and Funding section for more information.