Develop the Digital Skills Employers Are Looking For
Gain university accredited qualifications in AI, data and digital construction through funded micro-credentials designed to help you progress your career.
Ulster University is a proud partner in North West DEPTH offering a range of flexible, industry-relevant micro-credential courses that support learners in enhancing knowledge and developing skills for personal and professional growth.
View our funded opportunities below, courses starting from October 2026. Funded places are limited. Applications close on 27 September; however, courses may close earlier if they reach capacity. Apply Now
Building Information Modelling (BIM)
To provide students with insight into the main concepts and principles of Building Information Modelling / Management.
Apply Now. Limited Availability.
Digital Construction: Technology, Strategy & Management
Driving Efficiency and Innovation in the Built Environment Sector.
Apply Now. Limited Availability.
Generative AI in Practice - AI Tools to AI Systems
Work smarter with AI — learn how to communicate with, direct, and build workflows around the large language models transforming...
Apply Now. Limited Availability.
Data Science Foundations
Unlock the power of data: build the skills to collect, analyse, and communicate insights using Python and modern data science...
Apply Now. Limited Availability.
Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence
Explore the world of AI — no programming required. Gain the practical skills to understand, apply, and critically evaluate AI...
Apply Now. Limited Availability.
Ethics and Governance in Artificial Intelligence
AI is only as good as the values behind it — develop the critical skills to ensure AI is designed,...
Apply Now. Limited Availability.
About North West DEPTH
The North West Digital Employment Pathway Training Hub (North West DEPTH) is a four-year project supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).
The Project is led by Atlantic Technological University in partnership with Ulster University, North West Regional College, and Donegal Education and Training Board via their well-established strategic collaboration, the North West Tertiary Education Cluster (NWTEC).
Running until June 2029, North West DEPTH will see an investment of €9.9 million in digital skills in the North West Cross-Border region. It will deliver an innovative portfolio of FULLY FUNDED upskilling and reskilling training courses in digital and cybersecurity to over 2,000 individuals.
The North West DEPTH digital skills framework will encompass courses from introductory digital skills to advanced courses at postgraduate level.
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Micro-credentials at Ulster University
Learn the skills you need today. Stack your achievements towards tomorrow's qualification.
What are Micro-credentials?
Micro-credentials are short, accredited courses that support upskilling and reskilling, allowing you to gain academic credits that can be stacked over time towards a recognised qualification.
Ulster University offers a range of flexible, industry-relevant micro-credentials that support learners in enhancing knowledge and developing skills for personal and professional growth.
Benefits of Flexible Study with Micro-credentials
Micro-credentials offer flexibility through:
- Duration – shorter than traditional programmes of study enabling you to engage without a long-term commitment.
- Delivery - often offered online or through blended-delivery supporting you to fit study around work, caring responsibilities, or other commitments.
- Areas of Study – shaped by industry needs, supporting you to gain skills and knowledge in relevant, high-demand areas.
- Pathways - You can choose individual micro-credentials to meet your personal or professional development needs, with the flexibility to build and stack credits over time towards a recognised qualification.
