Computing and Office Technologies
Choosing a computing or office technologies course can open the door into hundreds of different jobs in a range of career areas worldwide, such as IT support role: IT Technical, Network Technician first line, second line and third line support technician, desktop support engineer.
Our work-related courses combine a mixture of face-to-face and online lectures, practical sessions and industry talks and trips to give you in-depth knowledge of your chosen subject.
Work experience opportunities across our programmes help students to achieve successful employment on completion of their programme of study.
On top of all that, our tutors have a wealth of industry experience. So, you can be sure you will be learning from people who have the experience and knowledge to set you up for a career in an IT support role.
You can download a course guide here.
We offer a range of computing and IT courses at Nottingham College, ranging from beginners to university level and even apprenticeships.
The rise of digital technology shows no signs of slowing down, so there’s no better time to start developing the skills that could lead to exciting careers all over the world.
If you’d like to specialise in software development or design the next big computer game, we can help you along your way.
- The average salary for a computer professional is £31,000.
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A Level Computer Science
If you like solving problems and have a mathematical brain, an A Level in Computer Science may be just right for you.
Computers for Beginners - Part-time
On this course you will gain a basic knowledge of computers in a relaxed environment. It is suitable for complete beginners
Computers for Improvers - Part-time
On this course you will increase your knowledge of Microsoft Word in a relaxed environment.
Computing HNC (Level 4) - Full-time
This HNC is perfect if you want to gain hand on skills to work in the field of Network Engineering, Systems Architecture, Computer Service, Repair Technician or Network Manager administration.
Computing HNC (Level 4) - Part-time
This HNC gives you the opportunity to develop a wide range of highly relevant subject skills to open up a career in the exciting and ever-changing IT sector.
Computing HND (Level 5) - Full-time
This course is perfect if you want to gain hand on skills to work in the field of Network Engineering, Systems Architecture, Computer Service, Repair Technician or Network Manager administration
Computing HND Top-up (Level 5) - Full-time
This HND gives you the opportunity to develop a wide range of highly relevant subject skills to open up a career in the exciting and ever-changing IT sector.
ICT Systems Support (Level 2) - Full-time
This course is perfect if you are on the path towards building a career in computer technical support.
ICT Systems Support (Level 3) - Full-time
This course is perfect if you want to pursue a career in networking, computer hardware systems and in support role.
Information and Creative Technology (Level 1 BTEC First Certificate) - Full-time
This course is perfect if you want learn about the world of online technology.
IT - Technologies (Level 4) - Full-time
This course is perfect if you’d like an advanced qualification and lots of practical experience to help towards a more senior role in the IT industry.
IT (Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma) - Full-time
If you enjoy figuring out how things work and have a curious mind, a computing course could be just what you are looking for.
IT (Level 3 National Diploma) - Full-time
If you enjoy figuring out how things work and have a curious mind, a computing course could be just what you are looking for.
IT and Business (BTEC Level 1 Introductory Certificate) - Full-time
This course is perfect if you want to develop valuable skills and knowledge across IT and general business, so you can go on to further study or even a job in IT or business.
IT for Beginners - Part-time
This course is for those who have little of no computer experience and would like to learn in a relaxed environment.
IT for Improvers - Part-time
This is a follow on course from the IT for Beginners.
Microsoft Office Skills for Beginners/Improvers - Part-time
This course is for those who wish to learn the basics of Word 2016 and Excel 2016.