329 Technology Preparatory Programs in United Kingdom

Upgrade your data skills and develop a technical understanding of the business applications of machine learning.

Take human bias out of the equation with automated trading. The Oxford Algorithmic Trading Programme aims to give participants a comprehensive overview and understanding of the rules that drive successful algorithmic trading strategies. The programme is led by Nir Vulkan, Associate Professor of Business Economics at Oxford Saïd, a leading authority on applied research and teaching on hedge funds. The programme also features a host of guest experts leading the systematic trading industry.

The Foundation in Computer Science Online at Goldsmiths, University of London is a pre-bachelor’s programme that provides students with a solid foundation in both theoretical and practical computational concepts. As well as learning about and using current tools, languages and approaches in Computing and Computer Science, students will learn about underlying concepts to flexibly embrace new tools, languages and approaches as they arise, future-proofing their learning.

Develop a technical understanding of health system performance and responses, specifically through the lens of the COVID-19 pandemic. This Analysing Health Systems: Lessons From COVID-19 online certificate course is certified by the United Kingdom CPD Certification Service, and may be applicable to individuals who are members of, or are associated with, UK-based professional bodies. The course has an estimated 50 hours of learning.

The global shipping industry never stands still, and this is also true for technology. New technological demands with regard to ship safety, navigation, risk management and energy efficiency mean new requirements for increasingly skilled and technically knowledgeable professionals to understand and carry out these demands. This course develops a detailed understanding of ship technology and the role it plays in shipping.

Gain exclusive global perspective with specialists at The Economist. A shift within international politics is underway as the rivalry between the United States and China intensifies. Alongside this contest, the state of the climate, migration levels, and aging populations are all of concern to world leaders. The New Global Order: How Politics, Business, and Technology are Changing is an online short course from The Economist. It is designed to equip you with a unique blend of conceptual and practical understanding of global politics and its impact. This six-week course takes you on a journey through the main players in power, their political strategies, economic goals and relationships, crucial events, the role of technology, and the sweep of global trends throughout. You’ll gain a better understanding of how your organization may be affected and how you should respond to emerging shifts.

PGCert in Advanced Research Skills consists of two modules: Research Project Management and Technology-Enhanced Research. They are an integral part of our PhD programme, but can also be taken as self-standing modules by anyone wishing to acquire comprehensive training in academic and transferable research methods, either to supplement their PhD studies elsewhere or to upscale their skills in their professional environment.

Explore the intersection of finance and technology, examining innovations like blockchain and AI in the digital finance landscape. Embark on a fascinating six-week journey into the world of financial technology with our comprehensive online course.

The Automation: Implementation in Business online certificate course will give you knowledge of the organisational, ethical, and technical challenges involved in automation technology deployment, and how to effectively prepare your business for implementation.

Explore emerging concepts for the future of computing and address challenges within the industry through the Global Trends in Computer Science  Course. You will explore key topics such as software engineering, enterprise systems, pervasive computing, sustainable technology, and risk management.

Whether you want to gain confidence using and managing IT, grasp new opportunities or develop software solutions, there’s a study route for you. Technology dominates the way we live, work, socialise and play – and computing and IT skills are increasingly essential in today's workplace. This diploma gives you an excellent foundation for a wide variety of IT-related careers.

This is one of several subject combinations available in our Certificate of Higher Education in Computing & IT and a second subject (T13) – you’ll divide your time equally between the two subjects. You will be introduced to the processes of design and innovation, with particular regard to digital technology. You will also study the profound technological, economic, political and ethical changes that are driven by those digital technologies.

Understand AI, its potential for business, and the opportunities for its implementation. This programme aims to bridge the gap between business and technology. Designed for management and business leaders across multiple functions and industries seeking to understand the possibilities of AI, it’s also applicable for technical professionals such as CIOs, IT managers, and business analysts looking to better understand how AI can be implemented within their organisations.

This Certificate of Higher Education in Computing and IT will help you to understand some of the fundamental principles, concepts and techniques underlying computing and IT while integrating mathematical ideas into your everyday thinking. Technology dominates the way we live, work, socialise and play – and computing and IT skills are increasingly essential in today's workplace. This certificate will give you a starting point for a wide variety of IT-related careers.

If you're looking to pursue a career in digital technology, our HND will help you develop a range of key skills essential for entry into this exciting and ever-evolving sector.  You'll also develop transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis which are highly valued in higher education and the workplace. The HND in Digital Technologies for England (Cyber Security) course is aimed at students who want to continue their education through applied learning.

This HNC is especially suitable for those in full-time employment in the electrical and electronic engineering industry. It is designed to provide you with the sound principles required in electrical and electronic engineering. We will take your natural talents in creative thinking, design and technical know-how and put them to work on a range of projects. As an engineer, you will work at the cutting edge of technology, transforming today’s ideas into tomorrow’s reality.

The Short Course in EDI Data Analytics provides an introduction to data in the context of equity, diversity & inclusion (EDI). EDI data can be the source of much contention and/or confusion, usually borne of a need for transparency or fear or the need to protect an organisation’s reputation. By making data central to EDI work, organisations can be more confidently make decisions concerning interventions, individuals and/or groups.