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Computing and Information Technology
Digital and computer technologies touch every aspect of our lives, and the rapid pace of change in the industry means there are plenty of career opportunities to explore, whether you want to be a software developer, design innovative apps or create inspiring websites.
Information Technology Certificate Level 1
Awarded by Edexcel College Green Centre One year, full-time
This course is designed to introduce you to the IT sector, and give you the basic skills needed to progress onto a subject-specific Level 1 or Level 2 course. As well as learning about IT, you will develop your employability skills to get you ready for the world of work.
ICT Diploma Level 2
Awarded by City & Guilds South Bristol Skills Academy One year, full-time
This course is designed to give you a broad understanding of computing and IT principles, covering up-todate technology and a range of specialisms to prepare you either for further study or employment.
Computing Certificate Level 3
Awarded by Pearson College Green Centre One or two years, full-time
This course is an introduction to the IT sector with a focus on applied learning. You can opt to study for one year and gain a qualification equivalent to 0.5 A Levels, or two years and gain equivalent to 1.5 A Levels. You can also study for a third year to achieve a Diploma or Extended Diploma in Computing.
Computing Extended Certificate Level 3
Awarded by Pearson College Green Centre One or two years, full-time
This course is an introduction to the IT sector with a focus on applied learning. You can opt to study for one year and gain a qualification equivalent to one A Level, or two years and gain equivalent to two A Levels.
Computing National Diploma Level 3
Awarded by Pearson College Green Centre One to two years, full-time
This course covers a range of higher-level IT skills such as computer science, web development and software design, and is assessed through exams and assignments. You will enrol onto the one-year Foundation Diploma initially, then progress to the Extended Diploma for year two.
Digital Support Technician Apprenticeship Level 3
Awarded by City & Guilds College Green Centre Two years, full-time
This course supports students employed in digital technician roles to gain your Level 3 qualification, and follows either a digital applications or digital services pathway, depending on whether your employment is more focused on providing IT solutions inside an organisation or to external clients.
ICT Diploma Level 3
Awarded by City & Guilds South Bristol Skills Academy One year, full-time
This course is designed for students who want to learn a range of IT skills in a practical way that focuses on real-world scenarios. Alongside your IT qualification, you will also learn employability skills, communication and organisational skills, and develop your English and Maths where relevant.
Awarded by BCS College Green Centre Two years, full-time
This course is for students who have secured employment in a software development role. You will learn a broad range of skills essential to software development such as logic, security, development support, data, analysis and development life cycle.
Digital Marketer Level 3 Apprenticeship
Awarded by BCS College Green Centre 18 months, full-time
This course is for students who have secured employment in a digital marketing role. You will learn the essential skills to be successful in digital marketing, including written communication, research, technologies, implementation and analysis.
Junior Content Developer Apprenticeship Level 3
Awarded by BCS College Green Centre 18 months, full-time
This course is for students who have secured employment in a junior content role. You will learn a broad range of skills needed to become a content creator or content manager, including content planning, content delivery, content creation and evaluation and industry awareness.
Career Opportunities
App Developer, Computer Engineer, Forensic Computer Analyst, Games Programmer, IT Support Technician, Network Engineer, Systems Analyst, Web Developer
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