Level 3 Diploma in Computer Science (Software Engineering/Digital Technology)

Studying a Computer Science course at Coleg Cambria allows you to work with innovative products and changing technology in the fastest growing sector in the world. It puts you in the best possible place to make the most of this Digital environment and fully exploit your potential.

Computers are in every aspect of our world. A career in Engineering, Business, Forensics, Games, Multimedia, or any type of Science could be yours for the taking.

This course will give you the right mix of skills to progress your career in this fast moving industry. You will learn about many aspects of hardware and software, and how these apply to the real world.

The areas you will learn about on the course include;

● Principles of Computer Science
● Fundamentals of Computer Systems
● IT Systems Security and Encryption
● Business Applications of Social Media
● Website Development
● Digital Graphics and Animation
● Planning and Management of Computer Projects
● Software Design and Development Project
● Impact of Computing
● Relational Database Development
● Computer Networks
● Human-Computer Interaction
● Virtualisation

In the second year of the qualification you will have the choice of applying for University via the UCAS process, or joining the Enhanced IT programme, which will provide you with additional skills and support with the aim of progressing on to an apprenticeship or a job.