Computing & IT

With technology developing and emerging at such an incredible pace, and the need for digital skills becoming ever more important, the IT sector really is an exciting, vibrant and rewarding industry to work in. Our courses are taught in modern digital suites which are equipped with industry standard equipment to ensure you are industry ready.

WHAT CAN I EARN?

Software developer Web developer Network manager IT technician Cyber security Engineer £20,000 - £60,000 £20,000 - £60,000 £22,000 - £60,000 £18,000 - £35,000

£20,000 - £60,000

Sourced from the National Careers Service. Correct at time of print.

James

Computing & IT

I was nervous about starting College. The course tutor and the Welfare Team really supported me in helping to settle in. I love it here! - Ethan

If you don't already have a GCSE grade 9-4/A*-C, you will continue to work towards this as part of your main programme of study.

LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Course length: 1 year

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

This course will teach you basic skills in computing and IT including hardware and software installation, website development, programming and solving technical IT problems. You will learn in our modern and well-equipped digital suites.

WHAT GRADES DO I NEED?

3 GCSEs grade 2/E or above or an entry level qualification in a related course.

WHAT’S NEXT?

On completion of this course you could progress on to our level 2 computing and IT courses.

LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS IT

Course length: 1 year

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

During this course you will learn through practical sessions and group work covering a range of exciting topics such as website development, multimedia and design software, presentation software, word processing, spreadsheets and techniques for improving productivity using IT.

WHAT GRADES DO I NEED?

3 GCSEs grade 3/D or above or a level 1 qualification in a related course.

WHAT’S NEXT?

On completion of this course you could progress on to our Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT course or you could look to secure an apprenticeship.

LEVEL 2 TECHNICAL DIPLOMA IN IT

Course length: 1 year

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

On this exciting new course you will learn developing IT skills such as cyber security, data analytics and project development. As well as hardware and software installation. You will gain strong industry experience by working with local businesses on technical IT issues and create solutions.

WHAT GRADES DO I NEED?

3 GCSEs grade 3/D or above or a level 1 qualification in a related course.

WHAT’S NEXT?

On completion of this course you could progress on to our Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT course or you could look to secure an apprenticeship.

LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN IT

Course length: 2 years

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

You will learn about how systems are analysed, created, developed and kept secure by using IT software and hardware. This course will also allow you to explore the different techniques used to produce analytical systems, web pages and games to gain practical skills. You will work with local businesses on IT projects to develop industry experience.

WHAT GRADES DO I NEED?

4 GCSEs grade 4/C or above including English and maths or a level 2 qualification in a related course.

WHAT’S NEXT?

After completing this course you could look to secure a higher apprenticeship, progress into higher education to study a computing, IT or computer science related degree or enter employment.