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Foundation Degree in Digital and Technology Solutions in Grimsby

Cost£8,500.00
Duration1 year
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
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About this course

FdSc Digital and Technology Solutions course in Grimsby. Classes run at Grimsby Institute, full-time during the day. The course takes one year to complete. You'll develop practical skills in web design and development, database management, systems analysis, and virtualisation technologies. Topics include HTML, CSS, client-side scripting, Microsoft Access, and MySQL. The course prepares you for roles across cyber security, software engineering, data analysis, and IT consultancy.

Who this course is for

As a Digital and Technology Solutions graduate, you will have the option of progressing into careers such as cyber security analyst, data or systems analyst or engineer, IT consultant or technician, network or software engineer or web developer. Every learner will have the opportunity to develop: Web design and development skills in HTML, CSS and client-side scripting, Systems analysis skill, Database design and development skills within Microsoft Access and MYSQL/PHPMYDMIN, Use of virtualisation technologies, Network design and development skills both local and business scale networks, Network security and basic cyber security skills in protecting a business scale network, Server side programming skills for e-commerce development.

What you will learn

  • You'll design and build websites using HTML, CSS, and client-side scripting.
  • You'll analyse systems and document technical requirements.
  • You'll design and develop databases using Microsoft Access and MySQL/phpMyAdmin.
  • You'll work with virtualisation technologies in a practical setting.
  • You'll apply problem-solving skills to real digital and technology challenges.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Grimsby Institute, with hands-on practical sessions covering web development, database work, and systems analysis. Learning is delivered full-time during the day over one year. Assessment methods for this course are confirmed by the centre at enrolment; contact Grimsby Institute directly for full details.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Grimsby Institute will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Cyber security analyst: protect systems and networks from threats.
  • Data analyst: interpret and report on data for organisations.
  • Systems analyst or engineer: design and improve IT systems.
  • IT consultant or technician: advise on and support technology solutions.
  • Network engineer: build and maintain computer networks.
  • Software engineer: develop and test software applications.
  • Web developer: create and maintain websites and web applications.

What you could study next

After completing this FdSc, you could progress to a full BSc (Hons) in a related computing or digital technology subject, typically requiring one further year of top-up study. From there, professional certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA, or Microsoft Azure qualifications can strengthen your position in specialist roles like cyber security or cloud engineering.

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