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Computing Courses

Build Your Future in the IT and Digital Industry

A qualification in computing opens the door to a fast-growing industry with endless career opportunities. Whether you’re interested in software development, networking, web development, or game design, our computing courses provide the technical skills and industry experience to help you succeed. With a focus on real-world projects, you’ll develop problem-solving abilities, creativity, and technical expertise – all highly valued by employers.

Industry-Focused Learning and Hands-on Projects

Our computing courses are designed to prepare you for university and the workplace, with a strong emphasis on practical experience and industry insights. You’ll work on live software development projects, gaining valuable skills in:

  • Programming and coding in languages like Java, Python, and C++
  • Computer networking and cybersecurity fundamentals
  • Web development and digital graphics
  • Game design, animation, and 3D modelling

Each year, around 95% of our computing students progress to university, studying subjects such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and software engineering.

Real-World Experience and Employer Collaboration

You’ll learn in a dynamic, project-based environment, developing solutions to real business challenges. Our students have successfully designed and developed apps inspired by industry professionals, forming development teams, running committee meetings, and learning new programming languages to bring their ideas to life.

Our teaching is linked to current tech trends, with projects, coursework, and assessments based on real-world scenarios. You’ll also:

  • Work with local businesses on live software development projects
  • Participate in coding competitions judged by industry professionals
  • Gain insights from guest speakers in the computing and digital sector
  • Take part in trips and visits to enhance your learning experience

Why Choose Computing at Sandwell College?

  • High progression rates to top university courses and careers in IT, gaming, and software development
  • Courses tailored to meet employer and industry demands
  • Hands-on experience with real-world computing projects.

Start Your Digital Career Today

Whether you’re looking to study at university or enter the digital industry, our computing courses will give you the skills, experience, and confidence to succeed.

Apply now and take the next step towards your computing career.

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What are T Levels?T Levels are two-year technical qualifications developed with employers to ensure students gain the skills and knowledge needed for their chosen industry. They are equivalent to three A Levels and combine classroom...
Course Duration
2 years
Start Date
1st September, 2025
Study Mode
Full Time
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The Level 2 IT Development Diploma for IT Users course is a one-year programme designed for learners to develop their experience and underpinning knowledge in a variety of Computing areas. It is equivalent to four...
Course Duration
1 year
Start Date
1st September, 2025
Study Mode
Full Time
Computing student
This Level 1 Introductory Diploma in Information Technology is designed for those who wish to gain the administrative skills and knowledge to work with technology more effectively, and to show practical competence in IT applications...
Course Duration
1 year
Start Date
1st September, 2025
Study Mode
Full Time
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This Level 2 Extended Certificate in IT Games/Multimedia/Web is a one-year course designed for learners who wish to develop core skills within the field of Computing and gain a more practical, work-related qualification in IT,...
Course Duration
1 year
Start Date
2nd September, 2025
Study Mode
Full Time
Computing student
This Level 3 Programming & Creative Computing course is designed to give you an introduction to a range of IT units from programming and website production to mobile app development, to enhance your higher education...
Course Duration
2 years
Start Date
2nd September, 2025
Study Mode
Full Time
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This Level 3 IT Development Diploma for IT Users qualification provides basic level skills and knowledge that could lead to further education in IT or related areas, as well as underpinning other educational sectors. It...
Course Duration
1 year
Start Date
2nd September, 2025
Study Mode
Full Time
Female and male student working on PC
What are T Levels?T Levels are two-year technical qualifications developed with employers to ensure students gain the skills and knowledge needed for their chosen industry. They are equivalent to three A Levels and combine classroom...
Course Duration
2 years
Start Date
1st September, 2025
Study Mode
Full Time

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Begin your career journey at Sandwell College. We can help you take the next step after you leave school with over 100 courses to choose from! Our courses will give you the skills and experience you need to succeed in your chosen career.

We can offer first class guidance and support to help you on your journey.

Our Open Days are a great opportunity for you to find out more about our inspirational facilities and talk to our knowledgeable tutors about the courses you like best.

Choose any subject from our A-Z list of School Leaver Courses below and get your career off to an amazing start!

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