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Computing and Information Technology (IT) Courses for School Leavers

Computing and Information Technology (IT) Courses for School Leavers

Level 3

Digital Software Development T Level

College Green Centre

Get Ready for a Career in Tech! This T Level course covers core areas of computing, such as programming, software development, and aspects of business. This T Level has been designed to ensure students develop…

Level 3

Cybersecurity T Level

College Green Centre

Step into cyber defence with our two-year Digital Support & Security T Level (Cyber Security). You’ll build core knowledge in digital systems, data, networks and law, then specialise in risk assessment, controls, monitoring, incident response…

Level 1

Games Design and Computing Certificate Level 1

College Green Centre

This one-year course, studied across 9 hours per week at our College Green Centre, provides an introduction to Computing and Game Design to help you develop the skills you will need to progress onto our…

Level 3

Computing National Foundation / Extended Diploma Level 3

College Green Centre

This is the computing qualification to get you into university / an apprenticeship / employment. It has been developed for students who are leaving school to further their studies in the area of computing. The…

Level 1

Computing and Cybersecurity Level 1

College Green Centre

Kickstart Your Future in Tech This one-year course at our College Green Centre is the perfect launchpad. Studied across 9 hours a week, you’ll get hands-on with all of the essential IT skills to boost…

Level 2

Games Design, Animation and VFX Level 2

College Green Centre

This course is a UAL Diploma in Games design, Animation & VFX. This full-time, one-year creative media course will give you the opportunity to work on interesting and diverse projects whilst gaining a valid understanding…

Level 2

Computing and Cybersecurity Level 2

College Green Centre

Are you interested in a future in tech? This full-time, one-year course is a great way to explore the exciting world of computing. You’ll get a broad introduction to different areas of IT and digital…

Level 3

Computer Science A Level

College Green Centre

Computer Science is the study of processes that interact with data and that can be represented as data in the form of programs. It enables the use of algorithms to manipulate, store and communicate digital…

Level 3

Games Design, Animation and VFX Level 3

College Green Centre

This exciting full-time, two-year course will equip you with the creative and technical skills to bring your ideas to life. Through hands-on projects, using industry-standard software, and project-based learning, you’ll explore the worlds of game…

College Green Centre

What Does a Computing and Information Technology (IT) Course Involve?

Computing and information Technology (IT) plays a key role in modern life. They are at the heart of how we operate and communicate on a global, national and local level.

Computing and IT is prevalent in almost every aspect of our lives.

This important subject includes:

  • Hardware and products (such as our phones, computers, TVs and cars)
  • Software and systems (including web browsers, office systems and design tools, social media, computer game and film production)
  • Advancement of new industries (including, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, big data and cyber security)

Computing and Information Technology (IT) Careers and Progression

  • Software Developer
  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • Network Engineer
  • Data Analyst
  • IT Support Technician
  • Web Developer
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Interested in an Apprenticeship?

If you embark on an apprenticeship, you start working for an employer from day one, providing you with the opportunity to earn money and get ahead whilst fine-tuning your skill set. You’ll earn a wage whilst developing specialist skills.