Degree Apprenticeships BSc (Hon) Digital and Technology Solutions
Developed in collaboration with employers in the engineering sector, this programme covers a range of topics including software programming, business operations, system analysis, data analytics and network infrastructure.
Enables apprentices to implement technology solutions to develop new products and services and increase productivity using digital technologies.
Choose from four pathways to align with different roles.
Accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT
Has earned high praise in an Ofsted report for its innovative and impactful degree apprenticeship programmes.
Overview
This course aims to develop professionals who implement technology-enabled solutions to create new products and services and increase productivity using digital technologies.
Accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional, and on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for a Chartered Engineer.
Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council, three pathways on this programme—Software Engineering, Data Analysis, and Network Engineering—partially meet the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer. The Cyber Security Analyst pathway was not included in the accreditation at this time, as no students were enrolled on this pathway during the review period.
What you'll study
Please contact us for up-to-date information. As a guide some of the modules are:
Year 1
Applied Maths - I
Database Design and Implementation
Digital Technology Fundamentals
Introduction to Organisations
Network Protocols and Infrastructure
Smart Solutions Development (Programming)
Year 2
Applied Maths - II
Data Structures and Algorithms
Cyber Risks in Organisations
Information Systems for Business Processes
Internet of Things
Software Development Life Cycle
Year 3 and 4
There are several core modules, depending on the pathway chosen. As a guide, modules could include some of the following but please contact us for up-to-date information
All Pathways
Fundamentals of Project Management
Machine Intelligence
Information Assurance
Scalable Computing
Work-Based Project
Software Engineering and Data Analytics Pathways:
User Experience and Mobile Development (Software Engineering)
Computer Vision and Data Science (Data Analytics)
Real Time Operating Systems
Business Analytics & Visualization
Network Engineering and Cyber Security Pathways:
Network Routing & Switching Technologies
Network Security
Advanced Internetworking (Network Engineering)
Cyber Forensics (Cyber Security)
Please note that whilst the module catalogue shows the latest approved version of each module and what is currently being taught (academic year 2024), there may be minor updates to content or learning objectives year on year, to reflect the evolving state of knowledge and the requirements of teaching best practise. Any such amends will be updated following the department 'module approvals process' and reflected in the module catalogue before the start of the next academic year in 2025.
Teaching and learning
For the first two years, you’ll study the core range of subjects, with pathway specialism in years three and four. Modules are taught in week blocks at the University of Warwick and will be a mix of lectures, practical laboratories, seminars and tutorials. You will also have access to a Virtual Learning Environment for further support between blocks.
Examinations and work-based learning assessments are integrated throughout the year, allowing for continuous assessment rather than end-of-year exams. The final year will involve an individual work-based project and presentation.
Entry requirements
Entry to the programme of study requires a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points. Applicants must also hold GCSEs in Maths, English, and an additional STEM subject, each at grade C (or 4) or above. Post-GCSE subjects studied must include Engineering, IT, Computing, Web, Telecoms, or other relevant STEM disciplines. In addition to meeting the tariff requirement, applicants must have achieved an A level in Maths at grade C for all pathways, except for the Data Analytics route, which requires a grade B in A level Maths.
Where required subjects are not held, equivalent qualifications will be considered, and the admissions decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Apprenticeship applicants must hold an offer of employment prior to enrolling on the course. WMG is committed to widening participation. Please refer to individual companies you apply to, or your own company for their entry criteria.
How to apply
To enrol on the programme, you must have the support of your employer. Please visit our 'Vacancies and Resources' section to see any current opportunities plus we have also listed some of the companies we have worked with.
If you are already in work, please talk to your employer about potential opportunities to partner with us. If you would like any more information please email us.
Employers
If you are interested in this programme, please email us and we will get back to you to discuss your requirements.
If you are interested in this Degree Apprenticeship we will be running sessions at the October and June Open Days on campus so you can come and meet the team, view our brilliant facilities in the Degree Apprenticeship Centre and ask us any questions you have.
Partner with us for your Degree Apprenticeships and attract emerging talent or upskill and develop existing staff. If you would like to find out more about our programmes please contact us now for an informal, no-obligation discussion about your requirements.
