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About the Course- Professional Diploma In Digital Learning Design

Become a certified digital learning design professional. Learn to plan, build, and deliver impactful instructional learning experiences online. Guided by expert tutors, explore end-to-end instructional design, delve into immersive learning, and harness the power of AI. Create a digital learning project to underpin your professional portfolio and gain a university credit-rated certification that is recognised and endorsed by industry leaders.

As part of our Digital Learning Design course, you’ll choose a learning pathway that allows you to specialize in a specific area of digital learning. These pathways are designed to give you in-depth skills and knowledge tailored to your career goals, helping you build expertise in the areas that matter most to you.

COURSE OUTCOMES

Design engaging, end-to-end digital learning experiences tailored to your audience.
Master core instructional design skills for various digital learning modalities including videos, multimedia eLearning, micro learning, podcasts, social learning and immersive learning.
Apply visual design, universal design, and user experience principles to elevate the learner’s experience.
Use learning analytics to profile your learners and make informed design decisions.
Explore the latest trends, technologies, and tools in the digital learning space, including artificial intelligence.
Work seamlessly with subject matter experts at all stages in the design and development process.
Employ strategies for enhanced learner engagement, including gamification, personalisation, nudging and learning marketing.
Formulate a roll-out and evaluation plan for your digital learning experiences, including learning management system (LMS) considerations.

ACCREDITATION

Accredited by Glasgow Caledonian University. Equivalent to 10 credits at Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications.

DELIVERY

Online, hybrid: Study at your own pace with optional live classes, tutor support, and community engagement.

Enrolment

Enrolling every month with a choice of morning (10 am) or evening (6 pm) classes.

Assessment

Assessed 100% through practical project-based assessment; taking the form of a work-based digital learning experience that showcases your digital learning design skills, experience, and value. Students will be supported through the assessment process during the course.

Course Details.

Course Dates:

1st September 2025

Virtual Class Dates

Induction Session: Monday 1st September 2025.

Virtual Classroom 1: Wednesday 17th September 2025.

Virtual Classroom 2: Wednesday 15th October 2025.

Virtual Classroom 3: Wednesday, 12th November 2025

Virtual Classroom 4: Wednesday, 10th December 2025.

Virtual Classroom 5: Wednesday, 21st January 2026, 2025.

Wrap-Up Session: Wednesday 20th May 2026.

Duration

20 weeks of core learning, 8 weeks for project work & assessment (Fastrack options available)

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I had a wonderful opportunity to be in the room with the trainer Cliona for two days. I want to sincerely thank her for her rapport and engagement with the group. She led the group with such precision & dexterity, enabling our colleagues to respond comfortably and confidently to the development experience. Thank you so much.

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