With technology developing 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 computing and IT courses will give you the skills, knowledge and training required to enter the workplace as an IT professional or to progress into a computing-related higher education course. In the world of IT, the possibilities are truly endless.
We offer courses for complete beginners to those with more experience with courses starting at entry level right through to a level 5 qualification. If you are aged 16 to 19 and don’t yet have your English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above, these subjects will be an essential part of your study programme. All courses are designed to give you the skills and knowledge needed to work in the computing industry.
At entry level you will be introduced to essential IT skills including word processing, spreadsheets, graphics software and how to get the best out of the internet. There is also a large element of essential English and maths skills. We offer a range of level 3 courses from games development, networking, a general diploma and even an Access course for adult learners who want to go to university. The highest qualification we offer is our level 5 Computing Higher National Diploma. This course covers a range of skills around current IT technologies related to wed and multimedia, as well as an overview of computer architecture, systems development, programming and databases.
As part of the Microsoft Imagine programme, we are able to provide training in the latest products and services – ensuring that when you leave us you feel comfortable at the forefront of leading edge technology. We can also provide work experience. Our learners have full access to Microsoft Imagine for all Microsoft developer applications, operating systems, and Microsoft Office free of charge.
BTEC Level 3 in Networking
The support from the College has been phenomenal, by taking part in the World Skills UK competition it helped broaden my knowledge. I even spent time with the IT team at the College to really understand my trade.
Course Code: C0176
Start Date
02 Sep 2019 
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year 
Campus
St Margaret's Campus This is an intensive demanding course for adults who do not have formal qualifications but do want to go on to study computing at university. You should have experience of and be enthusiastic about using computers. There will be a variety of assessment methods including practical labs, assignment submissions, group work, individual research, pair work, […]
Course Code: C0184
Start Date
02 Sep 2019
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
St Margaret's Campus Gaming is very big business, beloved by many around the world. Triple-A blockbusters earn far more than any other entertainment medium, and with mobile gaming prevalent, even small teams can sell millions. From a single indie developer, to teams of thousands working on a single title, games require so many skills and commitments, […]
Course Code: C0180
Start Date
02 Sep 2019
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
St Margaret's Campus If you have an interest in the latest ICT creative technologies, use a smartphone or a tablet and would like to create a phone app game, then this course is for you. During this study programme you will have the opportunity to be the creator and producer of IT technology products and systems. This is […]
Course Code: C0186
Start Date
02 Sep 2019
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
St Margaret's Campus This is a one year study programme that is designed to provide you with the opportunity to study a wide range of IT subjects. You will be studying the following modules: communication and employability skills in IT; computer systems; information technology; businesses online; networking; controlling systems with robotics, programming and website design. You will have […]
Course Code: C5118
Start Date
02 Sep 2019
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
St Margaret's Campus Designed to be taken over one year, giving you the opportunity to develop a range of skills in the IT sector and supporting progression on to further study. The introductory course will help you develop a wide range of skills including problem solving, communication and research, to prepare you for the next level of study. […]
Course Code: C7102
Start Date
04 Sep 2019
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
St Margaret's Campus This course will enable you to explore a range of vocational areas of study. These will include Business, ICT and Employability skills. Studying Entry level 3 provides an introduction to the skills, qualities and knowledge that will be required for employment and opportunities for progression onto a level 1 course. You will complete a range […]
Course Code: C4748
Start Date
09 Sep 2019
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
St Margaret's Campus This is a one-year top up study programme for students who already hold a subsidiary diploma that will develop your technical skills and prepare you for a career in the field of IT, computer animation, games platform technologies, digital graphics, computer networks or associated industries. During the course you will develop skills in the use […]
Course Code: C4749
Start Date
09 Sep 2019
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
St Margaret's Campus This is a one-year top up study programme for students who already hold a 90 credit diploma that will develop your skills and prepare you for a career in field of computer game development or associated industries. During the course you will develop skills in the use of industry-standard software packages including Unity 3D, Visual […]
Course Code: C6348
Start Date
11 Sep 2019
Study Hours
Part Time
Duration
10 weeks
Campus
City Skills Centre Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing and Switching is a certification program for entry-level network engineers that helps maximise your investment in foundational networking knowledge and increase the value of your employer’s network. This course is for the first of four modules that lead to the CCNA certification. There is an emphasis on practical activities […]