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DEGREE APPRENTICESHIP

APPRENTICESHIP STANDARD: DIGITAL AND TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS SPECIALIST (INTEGRATED
DEGREE)

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This is a fresh take on a Masters programme, combining technical and academic
study with on-the-job experience which leads to a holistic appreciation of a
selected technical discipline.

This programme has been designed to provide professional recognition from bodies
including the BCS (British Computing Society).

01


SUMMARY


SUMMARY



Fees

This programme is fully funded by your employer through the Apprenticeship Levy



Level Of Study

Postgraduate



Award

MSc Digital and Technology Specialist



Apprenticeship Standard

Digital and Technology Solutions Specialist (Integrated Degree)



Apprenticeship Certificate

Northumbria University



Entry Requirements

2:2 (second class) honours in a related discipline, or relevant professional
qualifications and/or work experience



English Language Requirements

GCSE at Grade C



Mode Of Study

Part-Time, blended work-based learning



Duration

2 years + EPA, typically 6 months



Assessment Methods

Coursework, assignments and final End-Point Assessment



Start Date

October, January, April and July



Locations

Live online learning (face to face for closed cohorts only, dependent upon
numbers and location - London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds)



02


ABOUT THIS COURSE


ABOUT THIS COURSE


COURSE OVERVIEW

This programme is delivered in partnership by QA and Northumbria University with
the degree awarded by Northumbria University.





For learners applying to begin their programme in January: QA has two primary
objectives during this rapidly evolving period regarding Coronavirus (Covid-19).
The first is to ensure the welfare of our learners and staff, and the second is
to ensure continuity and access to learning. In line with the sector as a whole
and its response to Covid-19, if necessary, we will implement online teaching
for this programme to allow you to begin your programme this January.



PLEASE NOTE: To be eligible for one of our Degree Apprenticeship programmes,
learners must:
(1) be currently in full-time employment and based in the UK
(2) be interested in completing a Degree Apprenticeship with their current
employer

The MSc Digital and Technology Specialist programme is designed for those
wishing to enhance their career through engaging in a work based learning
programme and developing an understanding of Computing, IT and Digital
Technology. You will choose a specialist pathway to follow in areas including:

 * Software Engineering
 * Data & Analytics
 * Enterprise Architecture
 * Cyber Security
 * IT Ops Management (Cloud Computing)
 * IT/Digital Futures (DevOps)

Each pathway will have a combination of research-led specialist modules, and
professional practice modules where you will focus on demonstrating your
understanding of applying contemporary research into your current practice.

Alongside developing your capabilities in the areas of the Computing, IT and
Digital Technology subject discipline, the programme will also develop you as a
digital leader. As such you will engage in a range of modules designed to
develop your competences in areas such as Technical Leadership, Business &
Technology.

HOW WILL I BE TAUGHT?

As an apprentices, you are entitled to 20% of your working time off for
studying. This will be agreed between your employer, you and us – we can advise
how best to do this.

You will have 2 2-day block teaching workshops for each taught module, coupled
with a 2 hour 1-2-1 coaching session every 8 weeks throughout the programme.

Our blended approach is highly work-based – you will spend 80% of your time in
the programme on the job, actively applying what you’ve learned right away in
the workplace.

You’ll spend the other 20% in off-the-job learning, which includes classroom
sessions, digital learning activities, and learning and development activities
at your workplace outside your normal day-to-day working duties.

A range of coursework approaches will be used throughout the programme. This
will include research informed assignments for “core” and “principles” modules,
negotiated, research informed work based projects for “Professional Practice”
modules and Technical Projects for “specialist technica” modules.

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CAREERS


CAREERS

You will be equipped to work in a range of Computing, IT, and Digital Technology
roles. Depending on your chosen specialist pathway, this will include those in
the areas of Software Engineering, Data & Analytics, Enterprise Architecture,
Cyber Security, IT Ops Management (Cloud Computing), or IT/Digital Futures
(DevOps).

04


MODULES


MODULES

All modules are core and worth 20 credits unless otherwise stated.

Common Modules


BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY



In this module, you will develop critical knowledge and skills in Innovation in
Business and Technology. Typical topics covered in the module include;
understanding the typology of innovation, how firms leverage internal and
external resources to compete in the digital environment, and how to plan for
innovation in your organisation. This module prepares students to think about
innovation activities in the context of their IT specialism as well as the wider
organisation and business ecosystem.


TECHNICAL AND DIGITAL LEADERSHIP



In this module, you will develop a critical knowledge and skills in Technical &
Digital Leadership. Typical topics covered in the module include; understanding
the art and science of leading engineering and technology organisations and how
to leverage a combination of individual capabilities and technology management
practices and tools to deliver business impact and performance. This module
addresses a critical gap in the learning and career development of future
leaders operating in complex technological environments.


MAJOR POSTGRADUATE PROJECT (60 CREDITS)



In this module you will engage in a major applied research project, which
demonstrates your ability to:

 * Undertake an extensive academic literature review
 * Develop evaluative skills and research outcomes in Digital & Technology
   Solutions
 * Apply them in your workplace context
 * Critically analyse the implementation and recommend potential future
   improvements.

The module shall commence with a coverage of the research oriented skills
required to undertake such a project, before the direction of the project is
tailored towards your specific workplace requirements.

Software Engineering Pathway


SOFTWARE ENGINEERING PRINCIPLES



In this module, you will develop critical knowledge and skills in Software
Engineering. Typical topics covered include; software life cycle models, agile
development, continuous integration and source control, organising development
projects, object-oriented modelling and test driven development – all areas
considered to be essential for a Software Engineering professional.


SOFTWARE ENGINEERING PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE I



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This is the first of two core
modules in which you shall engage in a recognised CPD programme relating to your
specialist pathway and to reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back
into the workplace. To enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework
 * Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice


SOFTWARE ENGINEERING PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE II



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This is the second of two core
modules in which you shall engage in a recognised CPD programme relating to your
specialist pathway and to reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back
into the workplace. To enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework
 * Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice


BUILDING OO APPLICATIONS (OPTIONAL)



In this module, you will develop knowledge and skills in Object Oriented (OO)
Applications. Typical topics covered include; Analysing real-world software
systems challenges and development of structured solutions, object oriented
analysis and design methodologies, graphical object oriented software modelling
and associated tools, key object oriented design concepts and features such as
data abstraction, classes and class hierarchies (inheritance), polymorphism,
encapsulation and implementing OO solutions in modern object oriented
programming languages.


PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (OPTIONAL)



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This module requires you to
engage in a recognised CPD programmes relating your specialist pathway and
reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back into the workplace. To
enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery.
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework
 * Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice.

Data and Analytics Pathway


DATA AND ANALYTICS PRINCIPLES



In this module, you will develop a critical knowledge and skills in Data
Analytics. Typical topics covered in the module include; Scalable data
management architectures, data-parallel problems in e-science, patterns and
technology for exploiting cloud infrastructure on data-parallel problems, graph
databases and their application to social media analysis, and scalable real-time
data processing – all areas considered to be essential for a data analytics
professional.


DATA AND ANALYTICS PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE I



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This is the first of two core
modules in which you shall engage in a recognised CPD programme relating to your
specialist pathway and to reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back
into the workplace. To enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework

Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice


DATA AND ANALYTICS PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE II



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This is the second of two core
modules in which you shall engage in a recognised CPD programme relating to your
specialist pathway and to reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back
into the workplace. To enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework
 * Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice


DATABASES (OPTIONAL)



In this module, you will develop a critical knowledge and skills in databases.
Typical topics covered in the module include; Data modelling, database
management, relational databases, relational database languages: relational
algebra, transaction management and recovery, concurrency and normalisation –
all areas considered to be essential for an IT professional.


PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (OPTIONAL)



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This module requires you to
engage in a recognised CPD programmes relating your specialist pathway and
reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back into the workplace. To
enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework
 * Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice

Cyber Security Pathway


CYBER SECURITY PRINCIPLES



In this module, you will develop critical knowledge and skills in Cyber
Security. Typical topics covered in the module include; Developing appropriate
security policies and network architectures to minimise the threats from network
intrusion, producing strategies to minimise risks of security breaches in a
range of network environments, analysing the shortcomings of a range of security
strategies, techniques used to penetrate a Web application, assessing the
different types of threat posed by different classes of hacker and by different
categories of malware, applying the principles of key cryptography and message
digests, providing appropriate access controls and authentication techniques at
different levels.


CYBER SECURITY PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE I



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This is the first of two core
modules in which you shall engage in a recognised CPD programme relating to your
specialist pathway and to reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back
into the workplace. To enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework
 * Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice


CYBER SECURITY PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE II



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This is the second of two core
modules in which you shall engage in a recognised CPD programme relating to your
specialist pathway and to reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back
into the workplace. To enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework
 * Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice


TECHNICAL AND NETWORK SECURITY (OPTIONAL)



In this module, you will develop critical knowledge and skills in Technical and
Network Security. Typical topics covered in the module include; physical
attacks, DNS, queries and resolvers, DNS poisoning, ARP, principles, spoofing
and poisoning, network and port scanning, network packet factory, firewall and
Intrusion Detection technologies, web security: server side (SQL, Xpath and code
injections), web security: client side (Phishing, XSS), email security,
anonymity and privacy (networks), public key infrastructures (networks) and
denial of service.


PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (OPTIONAL)



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This module requires you to
engage in a recognised CPD programmes relating your specialist pathway and
reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back into the workplace. To
enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework
 * Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice

Enterprise Architect Pathway


ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE PRINCIPLES



In this module, you will develop a critical knowledge and skills in Enterprise
Architecture. Typical topics covered in the module include; Business resilience
and requirements: organisation-wide solutions identification and quality
maintenance of agile systems development, Data architecture: the design and
implementation of Solution architecture for database administration,
Infrastructure: design and planning for hardware and infrastructure, considering
flexibility and scalability, Risk assessment of IT systems: network,
digital-assets infrastructure and information security plus Architecture
implementation, change management and organisational governance.


ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE I



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This is the first of two core
modules in which you shall engage in a recognised CPD programme relating to your
specialist pathway and to reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back
into the workplace. To enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework
 * Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice


ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE II



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This is the second of two core
modules in which you shall engage in a recognised CPD programme relating to your
specialist pathway and to reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back
into the workplace. To enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework
 * Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice


TECHNICAL ARCHITECTURE (OPTIONAL)



In this module, you will develop knowledge and skills in Technical Architecture.
Typical topics covered in the module include; Typical technical architecture
found in businesses, including:

 * End user devices
 * Operating Systems
 * Applications
 * Databases
 * Servers
 * Communications infrastructure
 * Security
 * Middleware

Low level technical architecture including:

 * Pipelined CPU architecture, Caches: associativity, allocation and replacement
   policies, sub-block placement, Dependence in loop-based programs: dependence
   analysis, parallelisation, Implementations of shared memory and Graphics
   processors and “manycore” architecture


PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (OPTIONAL)



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This module requires you to
engage in a recognised CPD programmes relating your specialist pathway and
reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back into the workplace. To
enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework
 * Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice

IT Ops Management (Cloud Computing) Pathway


CLOUD OPERATIONS PRINCIPLES



In this module, you will develop critical knowledge and skills in Ops Management
(Cloud). Typical topics covered in the module include; An introduction to the
Cloud and Cloud Computing; Virtualisation at both the Desktop and Server levels;
Common cloud types which include SaaS, PaaS and IaaS; Benefits and disadvantages
of cloud computing; Security considerations with respect to the Cloud; Managing
resource consumption in the Cloud; Storage and archiving in the Cloud and
Creating scalable deployments.


CLOUD OPERATIONS PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE I



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This is the first of two core
modules in which you shall engage in a recognised CPD programme relating to your
specialist pathway and to reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back
into the workplace. To enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework
 * Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice


CLOUD OPERATIONS PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE II



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This is the second of two core
modules in which you shall engage in a recognised CPD programme relating to your
specialist pathway and to reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back
into the workplace. To enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework

Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice.


LINUX, NETWORKING & SCRIPTING (OPTIONAL)



In this module, you will develop critical knowledge and skills in Linux,
Networking & Scripting. Typical topics covered in the module include;

 * What is UNIX? Origins and variants.
 * Architecture and purpose, working with Linux/Unix main shell:
 * BASH, navigating the file system and manage files and directories,
   understanding the client/server nature of X Window System and X applications,
   editing files using vi and GUI editors,
 * Manipulating data with a selection of filter tools, using redirection and
   piping techniques, performing basic administrative tasks, controlling
   processes, file systems, job scheduling, and simple networking and backups
   and reading and writing simple BASH scripts
 * Automating networking tasks using scripting tools and languages.


PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (OPTIONAL)



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This module requires you to
engage in a recognised CPD programmes relating your specialist pathway and
reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back into the workplace. To
enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework
 * Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice

IT/Digital Futures (DevOps) Pathway


DEVOPS PRINCIPLES



In this module, you will develop a critical knowledge and skills in DevOps.
Typical topics covered in the module include; Use of agile and other development
processes and methodologies, How to reconcile demand for an increased rate of
production releases from application and business unit stakeholders, Virtualised
and cloud infrastructure from internal and external providers, alongside Data
centre automation and configuration management tools – all areas considered to
be essential for a DevOps professional.


DEVOPS PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE I



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This is the first of two core
modules in which you shall engage in a recognised CPD programme relating to your
specialist pathway and to reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back
into the workplace. To enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework
 * Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice


DEVOPS PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE II



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This is the second of two core
modules in which you shall engage in a recognised CPD programme relating to your
specialist pathway and to reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back
into the workplace. To enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework

Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice


LINUX, NETWORKING AND SCRIPTING (OPTIONAL)



In this module, you will develop critical knowledge and skills in Linux,
Networking & Scripting. Typical topics covered in the module include;

 * What is UNIX? Origins and variants.
 * Architecture and purpose, working with Linux/Unix main shell:
 * BASH, navigating the file system and manage files and directories,
   understanding the client/server nature of X Window System and X applications,
   editing files using vi and GUI editors,
 * Manipulating data with a selection of filter tools, using redirection and
   piping techniques, performing basic administrative tasks, controlling
   processes, file systems, job scheduling, and simple networking and backups
   and reading and writing simple BASH scripts
 * Automating networking tasks using scripting tools and languages.


PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (OPTIONAL)



A key element of your journey towards becoming a Digital and Technology
Specialist is your ongoing skills development. This module requires you to
engage in a recognised CPD programmes relating your specialist pathway and
reflect upon how such learning can be embedded back into the workplace. To
enable this we will consider the following areas:

 * Identification of a relevant skills need and subsequent CPD programme,
   embedded into your module delivery
 * Design and presentation of a Professional Practice Log using appropriate
   reflective framework
 * Strategies to embed learning from your CPD into practice

05


LEARNER SUPPORT


LEARNER SUPPORT

Skills Coach

Your Skills Coach will be your primary, non-academic contact, supporting you in
the successful progression and completion of your apprenticeship. Your coach
will support you in reviewing your progress and collecting evidence of your
practice at work to integrate into your module assessments and final endpoint
project/assessment. They are also a point of contact for queries, concerns, or
general support.

Your Coach can help you with:

 * Coaching and supporting work-based learning activities
 * Reviewing your progress with your apprenticeship portfolio progress
 * Help with achieving your EPA
 * Advice and guidance on mitigating (extenuating) circumstances processes and
   potential breaks in learning.

Workplace Mentor

A Workplace Mentor will be appointed by your employer and typically would be
someone you work with. Your workplace mentor will be familiar with the
apprenticeship programme and its workplace requirements. They will facilitate
the workplace learning opportunities to enable you to meet the requirements of
the degree apprenticeship standard.

ACE Team

They are the Academic Community of Excellence (ACE) Team, and amongst the team,
have many years of experience providing academic guidance to students on
subjects such as how to write in an academic style, how to read smarter rather
than longer and how to reference accurately.

The ACE Team will provide you with support on academic matters outside of the
classroom. You can also book 1-1 meetings (mainly online) with the ACE Team and
get feedback on your academic style of writing, references and critical report
writing.

How can the ACE Team support you?

 1. “Welcome to the World of Academia” online workshops: if you wish to have an
    introduction to or a review of the different aspects of academic life before
    starting your programme, then please do join their online workshops
    (non-obligatory – but much to be gained from joining!).
 2. One-to-one tutorials: you can book a virtual 30-minute tutorial to discuss
    your academic development skills, such as paraphrasing, referencing and
    academic writing.
 3. Online workshops: we offer ongoing support workshops on a variety of
    academic subjects such as structuring an argument, academic style and
    criticality.
 4. Our own-created range of learner materials: we have also developed a wide
    range of ACE Team created materials based on common questions and academic
    needs.

QA Welfare Services

Our Student Welfare Team is on hand to assist you throughout your studies. Some
degree apprenticeship learners have additional learning needs which the Welfare
Team can assist with, or they might help you with personal circumstances that
are affecting your studies.

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

 * Honours degree (2:2 or above) in an appropriate Computing, Technology or
   Engineering discipline
 * In order to attempt the EPA apprentices must have achieved GCSE Maths and
   English at Grade C – you may still enter the programme but will need to
   evidence Level 2 Maths and English qualification before starting the gateway
   and EPA

Non-standard entry

 * Relevant qualifications and/or work experience will be taken into
   consideration where the applicant has the judged potential to benefit from
   the programme. Requests will be considered on an individual basis where
   appropriate.

Informal Interviews
Informal interviews will be held where

 * The suitability of a candidate is in doubt and further evidence is sought.
 * The candidate presents an unusual set of qualifications taken or pending, and
   an appropriate conditional offer needs to be determined.
 * Candidates may need advice on the appropriateness of the programme.

Applicants invited for an informal interview will always be informed of its
purpose.

End Point Assessment

You must be able to evidence level 2 English and Maths before you start your End
Point Assessment. You may still be begin the programme without these but must
obtain the qualifications in order to begin the EPA.

07


FEES & FINANCE


FEES & FINANCE

There is no cost to you as a degree apprentice. Degree Apprenticeships are fully
funded by the Apprenticeship Levy through your employer.

If you’re an employer, the total funding for this programme is:

 * £21,000

Travel expenses to travel to QA centres should be covered by the employer.

All textbooks are provided free of charge as e-books. Any students wishing to
use paper copies will need to pay for these themselves, typically at an average
cost of £30 per book.

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