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IT and Computing

Do you want to shape the future through technology? The IT and computing sector is driving innovation everywhere, from artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to app development, gaming, and data science.

With Sheffield’s growing reputation as a hub for tech and digital businesses, there’s never been a better time to build your skills in this fast-paced, ever-evolving industry. You could design software, protect online security, create digital products, or even develop the next big app.

Studying IT and computing at college gives you the knowledge and experience to succeed in one of the most in-demand sectors today and prepare for careers that don’t even exist yet.

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

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IT and Computing careers

Profession Starting salary Experienced salary
Software Developer £20,000 £70,000
Business Analyst £22,000 £55,000
IT Support Technician £16,000 £35,000

Who we work with

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

IT and Computing

  • Discovery STEM
  • Fluid One 
  • Reach
  • University of Sheffield

Callen Quote

"I got to visit India thanks to the Turing Scheme as part of my course.

It has been absolutley amazing to be able to make new connections and have new experiences."

Callen

Digital Infrastructure T Level Student

Job information

Key Skills Needed:

  • Analytical thinking
  • Problem-solving
  • Team work
  • Communication
  • Knowledge of computer systems, hardware and software

Total No. of Jobs 58,241 in south yorkshire by 2030 1033 NEW JOBS CREATED IN SOUTH YORKSHIRE BY 2030

T-levels AVAILABLE IN THIS SECTOR. ASK US ABOUT THEM AT AN OPEN DAY.

80% classroom learning
20% WORKPLACE LEARNING
45 DAY REAL WORK PLACEMENT

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1. VISIT WWW.SHEFFCOL.AC.UK/COURSES
2. CHOOSE WHAT YOU WANT TO STUDY
3. CLICK APPLY NOW
4. CREATE AN APPLICATION ACCOUNT
5. COMPLETE AND SUBMIT OUR APPLICATION FORM

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