From web design and games development to data analysis and cyber security, computing skills are in high demand. And - as computers become ever-more important in our lives - the opportunities for computer experts will keep growing. Choose a computing course that matches your experience and aspirations - then get hands-on with the latest technology in our high-spec labs. You’ll be supported by industry experts and benefit from our close links with tech brands and local employers. This 3 A-Level equivalent programme is aimed at those considering a career in software development and programming, or cyber security and computer networks. All students will study the same core units on year one, then study specialist units on year two in either software development and programming or cyber security and computer networks. Students will gain a range of the most up-to-date practical skills and knowledge required for progression into higher education and employment within the industry. Year One Unit 1 Principles of Computer Science (External examination) Unit 2 Fundamentals of Computer Systems (External examination) Unit 7 IT Systems Security and Encryption Unit 8 Business Applications of Social Media Unit 10 Human Computer Interaction Unit 14 Computer Games Development Year Two (if choosing to specialise in software development and programming) Unit 3 Planning and Management of Computing Projects (Externally assessed project) Unit 4 Software Design and Development Project (Externally assessed project) Unit 9 The Impact of Computing Unit 15 Website Development Unit 18 Relational Database Development Unit 22 Systems Analysis and Design Unit 23 Systems Methodology Year Two (if choosing to specialise in cyber security and computer networks) Unit 3 Planning and Management of Computing Projects (Externally assessed project) Unit 4 Software Design and Development Project (Externally assessed project) Unit 9 The Impact of Computing Unit 18 Relational Database Development Unit 19 Computer Networking Unit 21 Virtualisation Unit 22 Systems Analysis and Design
5 GCSEs at grades C/4 or above including English Language and maths. Level 2 qualifications in relevant subjects will also be considered. Entry is also subject to entrance assessments. You will also be required to achieve an acceptable level on entrance assessments.
By written assignment, examination and practical observation.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Wisemore Campus, Walsall, WS2 8ES |
From web design and games development to data analysis and cyber security, computing skills are in high demand. And - as computers become ever-more important in our lives - the opportunities for computer experts will keep growing. Choose a computing course that matches your experience and aspirations - then get hands-on with the latest technology in our high-spec labs. You’ll be supported by industry experts and benefit from our close links with tech brands and local employers. This 3 A-Level equivalent programme is aimed at those considering a career in software development and programming, or cyber security and computer networks. All students will study the same core units on year one, then study specialist units on year two in either software development and programming or cyber security and computer networks. Students will gain a range of the most up-to-date practical skills and knowledge required for progression into higher education and employment within the industry. Year One Unit 1 Principles of Computer Science (External examination) Unit 2 Fundamentals of Computer Systems (External examination) Unit 7 IT Systems Security and Encryption Unit 8 Business Applications of Social Media Unit 10 Human Computer Interaction Unit 14 Computer Games Development Year Two (if choosing to specialise in software development and programming) Unit 3 Planning and Management of Computing Projects (Externally assessed project) Unit 4 Software Design and Development Project (Externally assessed project) Unit 9 The Impact of Computing Unit 15 Website Development Unit 18 Relational Database Development Unit 22 Systems Analysis and Design Unit 23 Systems Methodology Year Two (if choosing to specialise in cyber security and computer networks) Unit 3 Planning and Management of Computing Projects (Externally assessed project) Unit 4 Software Design and Development Project (Externally assessed project) Unit 9 The Impact of Computing Unit 18 Relational Database Development Unit 19 Computer Networking Unit 21 Virtualisation Unit 22 Systems Analysis and Design
5 GCSEs at grades C/4 or above including English Language and maths. Level 2 qualifications in relevant subjects will also be considered. Entry is also subject to entrance assessments. You will also be required to achieve an acceptable level on entrance assessments.
By written assignment, examination and practical observation.