This exciting and practical course is designed to meet the needs of the UK
computing industry. It’s ideal for adults returning to education who want to
pursue a career in IT or progress to university. You’ll explore a wide range of
topics including software development, games design, mobile apps, and computer
systems.
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Computing (Cloud Computing) Access to Higher Education
Level 3 - Advanced
Computing (Cloud Computing) Access to Higher Education
Develop key skills in programming, software development, and cloud
technologies. You’ll learn languages like SQL, JavaScript, C#, and PHP, and work
with platforms such as AWS and Microsoft Azure. The course also includes a HE
Toolkit module to prepare you for university-level study.
Location
Entry
Fees
When
Sutton Coldfield College
15-09-2025
Free*
TBC
* Courses are free for 16-18s. Students aged 19 or over could be charged fees and is subject to a fee assessment. Learners on benefits in the majority of cases courses are also free. Fee assessments are completed at enrolment.
Course Length: 33 Weeks
GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent). Applicants must be aged 19+ and demonstrate commitment to the course at interview.
Assessed through coursework with a focus on practical work and any relevant workplace experience. Assessment methods include essays, presentations, reports, discussions, and a portfolio of evidence.
Progress to computing and IT-related degree courses leading to careers in systems support, networking, software design, cybersecurity, and systems development.
By enrolling on our courses students become part of our Creative and Digital Career College which helps them to further develop their employability skills and network with employers in a range of activities such as live briefs, workshops, guru talks, etc.
Systems Analysis and Design, Computing Project, Networking, Computer Science, Event-Driven Programming, Study Skills