Computer Appreciation (Introduction)
Tyne Coast College - South Tyneside
01914273500
St George's Avenue, South Shields, NE34 6ET
Course summary

You want to develop advanced skills across a wide range of digital platforms. This is the perfect course if you are looking for up-to-the-minute training in computing skills and want to study selected areas for today’s digital industry. Units you will study will include: Information Technology Systems; Creating systems to manage information; Social media and business; Programming; IT project management; Cyber security and incident management; IT service delivery. Other units may include: Data modelling; Website development; Mobile Apps development; Software testing; Customising and Integrating applications and Business process modelling tools.

Entry requirements

Minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade C (4) or above, including English and Maths; or a pass at Level 2 Diploma in IT including English and Maths at Level 2; or equivalent. You will also need to attend an informal interview with the course tutor.

How you'll be assessed

Assessment is both internal and external. For internally assessed units, these will take the form of tutor set assignments throughout the year. For externally assessed units, these will be awarding body set exams.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth East
Local AuthoritySouth Tyneside
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressSt George's Avenue, South Shields, NE34 6ET