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Computing courses

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Our computing part-time courses are designed for adult learners who want to develop digital skills and advance in a fast-growing industry.

Flexible and practical, these programs cover essential areas such as IT, software, and digital technologies, helping you gain the knowledge and confidence to thrive in today’s tech-driven world. Whether you’re starting out or looking to enhance your expertise, our courses fit around your work and life commitments.

Course list

Microsoft Office Specialist

(Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel)

  • £324 per module
Essential Digital Skills
  • Entry Level 3 – Level 1
  • 10 weeks
  • Free*
Access to HE Diploma (Computer Science)
  • Level 3
  • 1 year
  • £3,928**

*Courses may be studied free or with financial support depending on your circumstances.

**Access to HE diplomas may be studied free. Click here to find out more.

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University Centre Middlesbrough helps you develop the skills, qualifications and experience that make you stand out. Our career-focused university programmes and excellent relationships with local, regional and national employers ensure you are ready for the world of work.

UCM delivers flexible study options study options to balance study with work, family and life, and courses are validated by the Open University and Pearson Education.

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Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships are a great way to get the career you want, and allow you to earn while you learn and gain hands-on experience in a real working environment. Northern Skills is the apprenticeship and training arm of Middlesbrough College and we deliver over 100 different apprenticeships across the North East and Yorkshire.

As an apprentice you will learn on the job, building up knowledge and skills whilst gaining a qualification and earning a wage. You will gain invaluable insight into the world of work and pick up key skills that future employers want.

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