Technologies in Business HNC
Course code 161I
What is special about this course?
The HNC Technologies in Business is for anyone who wishes to pursue a business career in the digital economy. It has been structured to provide you with a background in business operations, technology, project management and entrepreneurship, to give you access to employment across a wide variety of sectors. The course is uniquely positioned to allow you to gain an essential and highly sought-after combination of technology and business skills.
Special features
- Work with real employers on small projects and case studies
- Personal academic tutors provide individual support and advice
- Opportunities for team-work with students from across the UHI network
- Excellent progression opportunities
Accommodation
We offer modern student accommodation at a number of our locations.
Entry requirements
- 1 Scottish Higher at grade C or above OR
- 1 A level at grade D or above
- Preferably in a science-based or technology-based subject and/or Business, Mathematics or English
- PLUS 3 National 5 passes or equivalent, preferably in science-based or technology-based subjects
- Alternatively, NC in Computing or NC in Business, to SCQF level 6 OR
- NPA to SCQF level 6 in Data Science, Business with Information Technology or Cyber Security
Year 1 - HNC
Modules may include:
- Cyber resilience
- Big Data
- Business process management: introduction to project management methodologies
- Introduction to software development: programming foundations, agile development and artificial intelligence
How will I study my course?
- Full-time
- Part-time (structured)
- Part-time (unstructured)
- You will learn through face-to-face tuition, as well as a combination of video conference lectures and tutorials, and online study via the university's virtual learning environment (VLE) which is supported by your tutors
How long will my course last?
- Full-time: 1 year @ 40 hours per week
- Part-time (structured): 2 years @ 20 hours per week
- Part-time (unstructured): up to 4 years
Where can I study my course?
- Moray
- Perth
Start date
- September
Fees
For students normally domiciled in Scotland, with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:
This includes
- EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status in the UK,
- EEA/Swiss nationals with settled status in the UK
- EEA/Swiss nationals with pre-settled status who are self-employed or migrant workers in the UK.
| Higher National Awards (HNC, HND) | 2024-25 | 2025-26 |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time per year | £1,285 | £1,285 |
| Part-time (per HN credit) | £86 | £86 |
Rest of UK students
For students normally domiciled in the rest of the UK (England, Wales and N. Ireland, including Channel Islands and the Isle of Man) and with a term time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:
| Higher National Awards (HNC, HND) | 2024-25 | 2025-26 |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time per year | £7,110 | £7,440 |
| Part-time (per HN credit) | £474 | £496 |
Fees are payable in advance each academic year unless otherwise agreed.
There are a number of funding options available to UK students to help you pay for your studies and your cost of living while studying.
International students
For students who do not normally reside in the UK, including EU/EEA and Swiss nationals without settled or pre-settled status in the UK, with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:
This includes EEA/Swiss nationals with pre-settled status who are not self-employed or migrant workers in the UK.
| Higher National Awards (HNC, HND) | 2024-25 | 2025-26 |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time per year | £8,775 | £8,925 |
| Part-time (per HN credit) | £585 | £595 |
Part-time study is not open to international student requiring Student Route visa sponsorship to study in the UK.
Funding
UHI has a number of scholarships, bursaries, awards, and discretionary fund opportunities available to new and current students. Please use the A-Z of funds or use the filter to see which ones may be relevant to you. All students are welcome to apply.
Further information on funding your studies is also available, please see the attached link or contact the relevant UHI partner.
What can I do on completion of my course?
Upon successful completion of the HNC Technologies in Business, you may wish to pursue a career in:
- Data analytics
- Project management
- IT management
- Business analysis
- Technology consultancy
Can I progress into further study?
Upon successful completion of the HNC Technologies in Business you may progress on to the second year of HND Technologies in Business.
Is there more information available online?
You can use the above QR code to connect directly to the course details.
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