28 Advanced Certificate Degree Programs in United Kingdom

Get a thorough understanding of terrorism and counter-terrorism. Study the characteristics of terrorism, terrorist tactics and counter-terrorism | e-learning. From the Handa Centre for the Study of Terrorism and Political Violence (CSTPV) at the University of St Andrews

This is the perfect programme if you aspire to specialise in engineering. You will learn in an industry-standard environment with industry trained tutors. This award is validated by Pearson Edexcel. Our Higher National Certificate course offers a good balance of academic theory and practical industry knowledge which is firmly aligned to your job requirements from day one. Through high-quality lectures, case study research and employer-based projects you will gain a unique blend of general skills along with specific industry knowledge in the field of engineering.

This HNC Tourism course is a one-year advanced level qualification leading directly to employment in the travel and tourism sector or second-year entry to BA (Hons) Tourism Management at Edinburgh Napier University and Queen Margaret University.  This course is uniquely designed to prepare you for work in the tourism industry in Scotland and the UK with opportunities to work in the fields of cabin crew, airport operations, tour operators and travel agents and tour guides.

This course is the starting point for the Level 1 in Accounting programme. From this course, students will gain an understanding of how different businesses operate across the public and private sector. They will learn how they can effectively contribute in the workplace by working with others, managing their time and behaving professionally. Students will gain an understanding of the ways in which businesses process sales and purchases and the documentation and procedures used to move goods and services between businesses. This a four-week course with the exam being taken in the fourth week. Students will receive a certificate up to six weeks after the successful completion of the exam.

This course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required for future employment in the media industries, or progression to an undergraduate degree.

This course is the third one in the Level one programme. Students enrolling on this course should have completed the Level 1 Business Skills and Computerised Accounting. This course introduces students to the role of the bookkeeper and simple bookkeeping techniques. It covers the buying and selling process and the common documents used. The course also includes recording transactions in the books of prime entry. Students will develop an understanding of the manual bookkeeping process and be introduced to the concept of double-entry bookkeeping. This course lasts for five weeks with the exam being taken in the fifth week. Students will receive a certificate within six weeks of a successful exam result.

To be able progress onto this course you should have complete the AAT Level 1 Business Skills qualification as this is the second course in the Level 1 Accounting Programme. The Award in Computerised Accounting introduces students to the basics of using accounting software. Students that complete this qualification will understand how to process information in respect of the sales and purchase ledger, create invoices and credit notes and deal with payments. They will learn the benefits of batch control sheets and how to produce a number of reports. The course will last for four weeks with the exam being taken in the fourth week.

This course is for students aged 19+ who have been out of education for at least one year. This is a full Level 3 programme (i.e. at the same level as A Levels, NVQ Level Three or a BTEC National Diploma). It is the most popular route of entry into Higher Education for adults. There are class based sessions, tutorials and independent study and research. You will build a personal portfolio of your completed assignments as you progress through the course. For the Social Science pathway you will be studying Psychology, Sociology, Criminology and Social Welfare. Adults who have been out of education for at least one year and aiming to go on to University to study for a Degree or equivalent.

The HNC in Marketing (SCQF level 7) develops knowledge and skills in areas such as marketing theory and practice, advertising and PR, and using digital and social media (including analytics, search engine optimisation, etc.). The course is a combination of theory and practical subjects, where learners have an opportunity to apply they’re new knowledge and skills to create Advertising and Public Relations campaigns.

Social Science HNC is an innovative course designed to teach you a range of disciplines from the social science field. During this course, you will explore different perspectives and theories from Psychology, Sociology, Politics, History and Criminology and gain an essential understanding of research methods.

If there was ever a time to enter the cyber security field, it is now. With cyber threats and attacks increasing in both frequency and sophistication as well as the growth of the Internet of Things, the demand for cyber security professionals is increasing rapidly. It is estimated that by 2021 there will be 3.5 million unfilled cyber security jobs worldwide. On this HNC/HND course you will learn how to protect computer operating systems, networks, and data from cyber-attacks.

The BTEC Higher National qualifications in Construction are aimed at students looking to develop their career into management, higher technical and professional roles across the construction sector.

The Award in Accounting Software introduces students to the basics of using accounting software. Students that complete this qualification will understand the benefits and risks of using accounting software. They will learn how to set up accounts and record bank and cash transactions using an accounting software package. They will learn how to use the software package to produce a range of reports suitable for uploading.

This course is for ambitious students who intend on a career in the construction industry but are unsure which aspect of construction will interest them.