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As one of the biggest and fastest growing sectors around, the IT and computing industry is constantly developing technology to the next level. Each day provides new opportunities within software development, app writing, artificial intelligence and so much more!

Our Employer Skills Academies will provide you with access to specialist computing labs and robotic suites giving you the opportunity to master code, cyber security, and software applications.

You will leave us with the skills and confidence needed to break into the industry and lead the way for new technologies in the world!

IT and Computing Sector Guide

What can I study?

Campus Key

  • C City
  • H Hillsborough
  • A Advanced Technology Centre

IT AND COMPUTING

T Level

T Level in
Digital Production

C
T Level

T Level in
Digital Infrastructure

C
T Level

T Level Foundation Year in
Information Technology

C

Introductory Diploma in
Information Technology

C
Apprenticeships+

We also have Apprenticeship vacancies in this sector. Please visit apprenticeships.sheffcol.ac.uk to find out more.

WHO WE WORK WITH

We work with employer partners across the local region and beyond to provide work experience, masterclasses, workplace tours and other exciting opportunities. Some of our employer partners are:

  • Discovery STEM
  • Millgate Ltd
  • Highlander
  • University of Sheffield
JOSH KIRK

JOSH KIRK

former IT student

“I have absolutely loved studying IT. My career dream is to become a Cyber Security Expert.”

IT student
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Where you will be Studying

Our IT and computing provision is based at our City Campus. Students study in the very best facilities around including:

  • our state-of-the-art computing labs
  • robotics and internet of things suite
  • branded Employer Skills Academies

T Levels available in this sector

T Levels available in this sector. Ask us about them at an Open Day!

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80%

Classroom learning

20%

Workplace learning

45 Day

Real work placement

Example Careers

Software Developer

Starting Salary

£20,000

Experienced Salary

£70,000

 

Business Analyst

Starting Salary

£22,000

Experienced Salary

£55,000

 

IT Support Technician

Starting Salary

£16,000

Experienced Salary

£35,000

Job Information

Key skills needed:

  • Analytical thinking
  • Problem-solving
  • Team work
  • Communication
  • Knowledge of computer systems, hardware and software
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Total No. of jobs

28,000

In South Yorkshire by 2030

1000 NEW JOBS created in South Yorkshire by 2030

WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU WITH YOUR STUDIES?

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