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Pathway to a degree or advanced apprenticeship in computer science
Pathway to a degree or advanced apprenticeship in computer science
Pathway to a degree or advanced apprenticeship in computer science
CTEC IT requires you to achieve at least the minimum entry requirements for your chosen pathway. The minimum entry requirements will be discussed at open events and at your college interview.
There is always a demand for IT professionals with high-level skills and this demand is predicted to grow in the future. At Wyke we deliver courses designed to provide you with the skills required to take advantage of the many HE study and career opportunities available in IT.
Cambridge Technical (CTEC) Introductory Diploma in IT (1x A Level Equivalent) is available at Wyke.
The Introductory Diploma in Information Technology is a great choice for students who are interested in learning about Information Technology and how it is applied in business. You will also have the opportunity to develop App and Web development skills.
The department uses a number of hi-tech IT suites equipped with the latest hardware and software, a practical lab for the assembly and configuration of computers and networks, and also makes use of interactive on-line resources to facilitate independent learning. Practical skills are an essential part of the course and our well equipped IT suites supported by experienced teachers and skilled technicians ensure opportunities are available to enhance learning and develop skills and confidence in this subject.
Units include*:
* Please note due to the rapidly changing IT industry our courses and units are subject to change.
The units we select for our CTEC courses focus particularly on developing software solutions.
The work is challenging but you will find these resources useful to aid the transition from school to sixth form college.
Try the online HTML & CSS tutorials on:
Our Diploma includes programming, download Visual Studio Community Edition free from:
https://visualstudio.microsoft.com/vs/community
We suggest you try developing simple programs using this industry–standard software, you will find tutorials online to get you started.
Wyke Sixth Form College hold train to teach information events which offer you a great insight into this course. If you are interested in attending one of these events, please complete this form and we will be in contact with the key information.
Please note that the applications for this course can be submitted by following the ‘Apply Now’ button on this page. Applications are made through the University of Huddersfield rather than Wyke Sixth Form College. We look forward to meeting with you.
Having a qualification in IT can open up a world of opportunities in both university choices and career options. If you are considering applying to university to study computer science, software engineering, computer systems engineering, games programming, computer animation or any other related subject, then then our computing courses are ideal. However, students have used our courses as a stepping stone to a range of courses at university. Possible career choices include: Computer Programmer IT Technician Website Developer Games Developer App Developer Systems Analyst Business IT Manager Having an IT qualification will put you in great stead for a huge range of careers, not just in IT. Valued by universities and employers, it is a great qualification to have.
At Wyke Start, our 2-day taster event in July, each of your subjects will set you some work to complete to help prepare you for the course. The work is available to download on https://www.wyke.ac.uk/wyke-start-summer-work
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The department organises visits and activities to enhance learning and also has links with local businesses and HE providers.
