Computing

Passionate about technical innovation, we work with leading industry tech organisations like Accenture, Dynamo, Bede Gaming, DXC, NBS, Waterstons and Digital Union to develop innovative courses fit for industry demand. Based in the North East, one of the UK's fastest growing tech sectors, we offer a range of courses and apprenticeships for all levels in subject areas like game design, IT, digital marketing, cyber security and networking.

Our fast-paced tech community offers students a safe space to explore ideas, develop skills and work on fun projects with like-minded people. We offer client-based opportunities and teach using industry-standard software and technology, which allows our students the chance to gain an employment edge while studying their course. If you are a bright spark who loves to work with computers and technology, you belong with us.

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College 16 to 18 University Centre Apprenticeships Adult 19+

Daily tasks:

Ensures that new technologies are researched and evaluated in the light of the organisation.
Prioritises and schedules major IT/telecommunications projects.
Considers the required IT/telecommunications staffing levels, oversees recruitment and appointment of staff and directs training policy.
Develops the periodic business plan and operational budget for IT/telecommunications to deliver agreed service levels.
Directs the implementation within the organisation of IT/telecommunications strategy, infrastructure, procurement, procedures and standards.
Develops in consultation with other senior management the IT/telecommunications strategy of the organisation.

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Median Salary

£73,040 View more

Daily tasks:

Writes operational documentation and provides subsequent support and training for users.
Plans and maintains database structures.
Implements and evaluates the software.
Writes code for specialist programming for computer games, (for example, artificial intelligence, 3D engine development).
Tests and corrects software programs.
Develops user interfaces.
Writes and codes individual programs according to specifications.
Undertakes feasibility study to design software solutions.
Examines existing software and determines requirements for new/modified systems in the light of business needs.

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£46,711 View more

Daily tasks:

Activates the 'live' website.
Tests website interaction and performance prior to going 'live'.
Writes and publishes content for the website.
Establishes methods to ensure appropriate website security and recovery.
Designs and develops web interfaces for relational database systems.
Develops the website and applications.
Designs web pages including graphics, animation and functionality to maximise visual effectiveness and facilitate appropriate access.
Presents design options to the client.
Liaises with internal/external client in order to define the requirements for the website.

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£33,689 View more

Information technology and telecommunications directors

Daily tasks:

Ensures that new technologies are researched and evaluated in the light of the organisation.
Prioritises and schedules major IT/telecommunications projects.
Considers the required IT/telecommunications staffing levels, oversees recruitment and appointment of staff and directs training policy.
Develops the periodic business plan and operational budget for IT/telecommunications to deliver agreed service levels.
Directs the implementation within the organisation of IT/telecommunications strategy, infrastructure, procurement, procedures and standards.
Develops in consultation with other senior management the IT/telecommunications strategy of the organisation.

Median Salary

£73,040 View more

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Programmers and software development professionals

Daily tasks:

Writes operational documentation and provides subsequent support and training for users.
Plans and maintains database structures.
Implements and evaluates the software.
Writes code for specialist programming for computer games, (for example, artificial intelligence, 3D engine development).
Tests and corrects software programs.
Develops user interfaces.
Writes and codes individual programs according to specifications.
Undertakes feasibility study to design software solutions.
Examines existing software and determines requirements for new/modified systems in the light of business needs.

Median Salary

£46,711 View more

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Web design and development professionals

Daily tasks:

Activates the 'live' website.
Tests website interaction and performance prior to going 'live'.
Writes and publishes content for the website.
Establishes methods to ensure appropriate website security and recovery.
Designs and develops web interfaces for relational database systems.
Develops the website and applications.
Designs web pages including graphics, animation and functionality to maximise visual effectiveness and facilitate appropriate access.
Presents design options to the client.
Liaises with internal/external client in order to define the requirements for the website.

Median Salary

£33,689 View more

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Heather Broadley

FdSc Networking and Security Technologies

"I’ve had a really good experience studying here and Newcastle College has a brilliant reputation, standards and quality of teaching so I will continue my studies and finish my degree with a Level 6 and Top-Up."

Thomas Solomon

IT Level 2

"There was no way to study IT in my country. There were no facilities, and no-one had the knowledge, so it has been fantastic to learn here, from people who have so much experience and knowledge. I live quite far away from the college, so I have to get two buses in, but the college have given me a free bus pass, so that makes it easier."

Francisco Costa Mendes

Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT

"I feel college has benefited me as I am learning new things all the time. I think what I have learnt will give me a head start at university. The course has helped me be more independent. "

Kyle Maddison

Level 3 in Esports

"I've had some very good advice from my tutors. Keith, my lecturer, is the one who encouraged me to get a job with the Newcastle United Foundation, where I’m currently working as a Community Coach, running kids’ parties most Saturdays and after school clubs a few times a week."