Canterbury College

If you are tech-savvy and want to develop a career in technology, we will help you reach your goal.

Our courses will connect the theory of computer science to the practice and enable students to learn the skills needed to build a successful career.

Our work placements will demonstrate students' skills to local employers, supporting progression into employment in a range of roles from database design to app creation.

Careers
Industry Links

Careers

There are a range of careers you can explore when you progress to the next step after completing this qualification, including:

Computer Programmer
Network Engineer
Software Developer
Web Designer
Forensic Computer Analyst

Industry Links

ADM Computing - Industry placements offered to students and progression opportunities
Tribecca - Industry placement links
University of Kent and Canterbury Christ Church University - Educational links and visits related to academic progression.

Career Prospects

Example: Information technology and telecommunications directors

Annual pay
£34,320 - £153,920

Annual pay is per year, based on full-time employment and on the South East region.

Across the UK the workforce is projected to expand by 37% over the period to 2027, adding 27,339 jobs. In the same period, 63% of the workforce is projected to retire, creating 45,914 job openings.

Role description

Job holders in this unit group plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the work and resources necessary to provide and operate information technology and telecommunications services within an organisation.

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16-18 years old
19 years old or above

16-18

Entry requirements

Our entry requirements allow any student to apply enrol and progress in their studies with us to achieve their full potential.

You will apply for your chosen pathway and at the interview you can discuss what entry criteria you need for each level.

Once you have your GCSEs we can ensure you are enrolled on the best level for you to progress and succeed at College.

Please see our Group entry requirements

What's next?

Step 1 - Apply

Once you apply, you will have an interview to discuss your chosen pathway

Step 2 - Interview

We will contact you with appropriate options for conducting your interview, either online or in person.

At your interview, we will discuss the entry requirements for each level and course. It is also your opportunity to make sure that the pathway meets your goals and ambitions.

Read our guidance for applying to join us