• LevelLevel 3
  • FT/PTFT
  • Age group16-18
  • Duration2 years
  • Awarding bodyBTEC

Overview

This course is aimed at anyone with a desire to become a software
engineer.

This course will allow you to explore programming languages (including android mobile and tablet app development) and web technologies designed to be used in applications, websites or manufacturing processes.

Course Information

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For more information call Course Information on
01642 333333 or email courseinfo@mbro.ac.uk.

Modules offered may vary.

Year one modules include:

  • Communications and Employability Skills for IT
  • Computer Systems
  • Human Computer Interaction
  • Software Design and Development
  • Systems Analysis and Design
  • Procedural Programming
  • Client Side Customisation of Web Pages
  • Website Production
  • Digital Graphics

Year two modules include:

  • Information Systems
  • Event Driven Programming
  • Object Orientated Programming
  • Database Design
  • Data Analysis
  • Developing Computer Games
  • Maths
  • Web Server Scripting
  • Multimedia Design

September - June

Entry requirements

You must have achieved an appropriate Level 2 vocational qualification and /or four GCSEs at grade 4/5 (C) or above.

You will be assessed through a portfolio of assessed work will be produced via set assignments and practical work.

University opportunities
Past students have progressed to study degrees in computer science, web development, software engineering, games design and web development.


Career opportunities
Career opportunities include application analyst, applications developer, games designer, web designer, software engineer and programmer.

Tuition fees are free if you are a UK or home- fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course.

If you are aged 19 or over, you may be required to pay fees depending on your residency status, educational background and personal circumstances. 

Many people qualify for free tuition fees, for more information please contact Course Information on 01642 333333. Additional financial support may also be available for full-time students.

Please click the apply now button at the top of this page which will take you to an application form, or you can download a full time course application here and print it out, complete the form and send it to the College. If you have any queries with regards to your application or you would like further information and support, please contact our Admissions Team on (01642) 333601. Or if you have any enquiries about courses, please contact Course Information on (01642) 333333 or e-mail CourseInformation@mbro.ac.uk

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IT & Computing

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IT and Computing students will be based in our multi-million pound campus with state of the art computer software laboratories. Here, students have access to the latest technological improvements in IT applications including system security, spread sheets, databases and web design.

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Learning Support

We understand that students may require a little extra help during their studies, which is why our learning support team are on hand to help learners with a learning difficulty or support need achieve their full potential.

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Financial Support

Whatever your age or level of study, we offer a comprehensive financial support service and bursary scheme to help you through your time at Middlesbrough College. From childcare assistance to travel packages, we pride ourselves on giving expert advice and support.

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Travel Information

We are situated in a fantastic location, just a stone’s throw from Middlesbrough town centre. As well as being a matter of minutes from both the train and bus stations, eligible students can also benefit from free travel.

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