Computing and Information Technology

Every aspect of modern life is now linked to information technology and computing skills - so whether you need to pick up basic skills, or build on your knowledge and experience at a higher level, there will be a course which suits you. We constantly keep pace with changes in information and communication technology (ICT) to ensure that what you learn is always in line with the needs of employers.

Who are these courses for?
We have a range of courses for people at all levels. You may want to learn skills such as word-processing or email to help you at work or at home, or be looking to gain more advanced skills for a career in web design, software development, systems administration, as a helpdesk operator, in programming, or other computing and IT careers.

Which areas of computing and IT can I study?

Skills training on offer which can be used in virtually every area of work includes:

• Word processing
• Databases
• Spreadsheets
• Desktop publishing techniques
• Communications, including e-mail and internet applications

Computing courses include:

• General computing
• Software development:
  • Programming concepts and practice
  • Systems analysis and design
• ICT support:
  • Network analysis and design
  • Management and installation
  • Maintenance and support

What kind of environment will I be learning in?
Our purpose-built, industry-standard training rooms will give you everything you need to achieve your goals. Teaching and study takes place in our Technical Institute at the Uxbridge campus and in other modern computer suites at the college.

What kind of jobs would these courses qualify me for?
With computing and IT an integral part of nearly every economic sector, any qualification in this area will give you an advantage in the job market.

Can I combine these subjects with studying English language?
Information Technology is offered with English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).

Can I study these subjects as university-level Higher Education qualifications at Uxbridge College?
The School of Computing & Information Technology also offers the following full-time Higher Education qualification: 

• BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing (General)
• BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Interactive Media

Are there any part-time courses available in this area?
The School of Computing & Information Technology also offers part-time study - details are available in our Part-Time Courses prospectus.

Please click here for an overview of our courses