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Computing and Games Studies

What can be more exciting than having the world, literally, at your fingertips? A vast cosmos of information is out there waiting to be discovered if you are looking towards a career in information and computer technology.

The wealth of diverse job opportunities in the industry is staggering. From creating faster, low cost manufacturing prototypes to devising Hollywood’s latest special effects, searching for library books to searching for missing people, developing games to fighting huge bank frauds - there is bound to be a position to tempt you.

Why choose City College Plymouth for A levels?

Before we let you loose on the global job market, our experienced and enthusiastic lecturers will train you in the relevant disciplines you need so you will be assured and poised to tackle your new career.

Being a student at the College is not only about achieving academic success, we also equip you with the workready skills so highly valued by employers. These include:

  • working on your own and as part of a team
  • good hand and diagnostic skills
  • good communication skills
  • a positive attitude.

What jobs are available?

  • Games developer
  • Help desk operator
  • IT technician
  • Software engineer
  • Support operators
  • Technician/engineer
  • Web designer

Major employers in Plymouth …

  • City College Plymouth
  • Babcock Marine
  • GOSS Interactive
  • Plymouth University
  • Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust

Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM)

Why are they important and what kind of careers can they lead to? Well the possibilities are endless, and here at City College Plymouth, we offer courses that will develop your skills and help you on your way to success. More information about STEM here.

The following information and computer technology courses are offered at City College Plymouth ...

Course Title Type of Course and Awarding Body Level Duration Course Code(s) Full-time/Part-time
Access for Beginners College Certificate Level One Two weeks ODB7 Part-time
Computer Game Design BTEC Diploma - Edexcel Level Four UF4523 Both Full-time and Part-time
Computing (Personal) and Mobile Devices College Certificate Level One Two weeks ODB19 Part-time
Creating Simple Websites College Certificate Level One Two weeks ODB8 Part-time
Creative Media Production (Games Development) Certificate - BTEC Level Three 27 weeks DCMGD Part-time
Games Development BTEC Subsidiary/Extended Diploma - Edexcel Level Three One - two years
GNA
GDI
GNGD
Full-time
ICT Application Specialist Intermediate Apprenticeship and Advanced Apprenticeship - City & Guilds, EDI Level TwoLevel Three 12 - 15 months approximately
FMAITA
AMAITA
Full-time
ICT for Users Certificate or Awards - OCN Level OneLevel Two Various
ITQAL1
ITQAS
ITQCE3
ITQCL1
ITQCL2
Part-time
ICT for Users ITQ Certificate/Award - NOCN Entry LevelLevel OneLevel Two Six to 12 weeks
ITQAL1
ITQCL1
ITQCL2
NAOB
Part-time
IT BTEC Subsidiary/Extended Diploma - Edexcel Level Three One - two years
NAB
NDIT
NBIT
Full-time
IT Certificate - BTEC Level Three 27 weeks BCIT Part-time
IT City & Guilds Entry Level 9 to 15 weeks ITQCE3 Part-time
IT Users (ITQ) Diploma - BTEC Level One One year BDITU Part-time
Online Basics Award - NOCN Entry Level One week AOBE3 Part-time
Online Basics Award - NOCN Entry Level Three weeks NAOB Part-time
PowerPoint for Beginners College Certificate Level One Two weeks ODB14 Part-time
Setting Up an IT System College Certificate Level One Two weeks ODB17 Part-time
Software Development Foundation Degree, FdSc (awarded by Plymouth University) Level Five Two years UF3366 Full-time
Technology for the Digital Age Extended Certificate - Edexcel Level Two One year ECICT Full-time
Web Application Programming College Certificate Level Three 30 weeks WPS Part-time
Word for Beginners College Certificate Level One Two weeks ODB20 Part-time

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Leah YeoBefore I came to the College I was doing a ‘learn from home’ course as I have three children and it was too expensive for me to put them into childcare everyday. This is before I found out that City...

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Employers Stamp
of Approval

GOSSGOSS is a leading supplier of websites, hosting and web content management solutions to local and national clients. The Plymouth-based company recognises the importance of strong partnerships in order to encourage development and innovation.

“Being able to work closely with the College means that as an employer we can have input into what is being taught to ensure that students get the training and skills we require in our business. In a highly technical, innovative and competitive industry we need people who understand our business and who have the right skills to help us move our business forward.

“The scheme enables students and employers to meet through workshops and work placements, and this is a great way for us to identify future employees and for students to be able to showcase their skills.”

Richard George, Director

GOSS

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