With extensive advancements in technology, and with data breaches becoming increasingly more common and sophisticated, professionals working in this industry have never been in higher demand.

Computing is a very creative field that combines invention with methodical thinking, and the skills that you’ll develop in our state-of-the-art computer suites, can be transferred to a wide variety of business, scientific and social contexts.

Knowsley Community College provides a wide range of courses at different levels, enabling you to develop your technical skills and abilities in preparation for your chosen profession.

You will benefit
Our department alone offers more than 100 computers that you will have access to, in addition to software such as MS Office applications, Visual Studio Development, Unity Graphics Engine and Geometrics, so you can rest assured that you’ll have all of the latest equipment and software to maximise your studies.

You will succeed
Follow in the footsteps of our previous students who now work with industry leaders such as Microsoft, BT and a wide range of local computing firms.

You will stand out
As well as providing courses with a wide variety of units and progression opportunities, our industry experienced tutors will work to ensure that you stand out when applying for jobs or further qualifications. Not only will you be encouraged to compete in competitions, you will be able to take part in a number of enrichment and extra-curricular activities.


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Artwork showing the salary of a job in Computing and IT - 'Web Designer - £17k - £40k, Cyber Security Analyst - £25k - £70k, IT Support Technician - £16k - £35k, Software Engineer - £25k - £70k, Programme and Software Developer - £21k - £70k, IT Systems Manager - £45k - £65k+'

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