A computing and IT qualification at Wirral Met will provide you with a fantastic grounding for an exciting career in many industries. You will study in our specialist facilities and have access to the latest technology including drones and virtual reality tools. Our experienced teaching team will support you in learning about all aspects of this dynamic and innovative sector.

Explore our wide range of courses and progress further in your career with a full or part-time study programme at Wirral Met’s Twelve Quays campus in Birkenhead, home to world-class facilities and industry standard software and equipment such as drones and virtual reality tools.

ASPIRING PROFESSIONAL Courses at Wirral Met 1 Course

Course Code C128

Aspiring Digital and Computing Professional - C128

Full-time

Level 1

16-18 Year Olds

12 Quays Campus

ENTRY LEVEL COMPUTING Courses at Wirral Met 0 Course

Improve your employability skills with an entry level computer course!

DIGITAL COMPUTING & TECHNOLOGY Courses at Wirral Met 2 Courses

Develop your knowledge and gain skills in digital and computing technology with this broad based course that will provide you with the skills needed to progress towards further academic study and/or employment.

Course Code C053

Digital and Computing Technologies - Intermediate - C053

Full-time

Level 2

19+ Adults - Full Time

12 Quays Campus

Course Code C116

T Level in Digital Production, Design and Development - C116

Full-time

Level 3

16-18 Year Olds

12 Quays Campus

CISCO NETWORK Courses at Wirral Met 3 Courses

Prepare for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) professional examination and develop new skills with a focus on the principles and practice of designing, building and maintaining networks capable of supporting national and global organisations.

Course Code C127

CISCO Network Academy (Semester 1) Introduction to Networks - C127

Part-time

Level 2

19+ Adults - Full Time

12 Quays Campus

Course Code C126

CISCO Network Academy (Semester 1) Introduction to Networks - C126

Part-time

Level 2

19+ Adults - Full Time

12 Quays Campus

Course Code C125

CISCO Network Academy (Semester 1) Introduction to Networks - C125

Part-time

Level 2

19+ Adults - Part Time

12 Quays Campus

3 Courses

Course Code C131

Introduction to Digital Skills - C131

Part-time

Level 1

19+ Adults - Part Time

12 Quays Campus

Course Code C132

Introduction to Computing and Information Security - C132

Part-time

Level 1

19+ Adults - Part Time

12 Quays Campus

Course Code C134

Cyber Security Practices - C134

Part-time

Level 3

19+ Adults - Part Time

12 Quays Campus

WHAT NEXT

Students completing the level 2 study programmes move on to higher-level courses, jobs, or apprenticeships. Level 3 students often progress on to jobs or Higher Education; you can also study towards the Foundation Degree in Computer Science at Wirral Met College.

WHERE ARE THEY NOW?

Stuart Williams

Stuart completed Digital & Computing Technologies Foundation & level 3 Extended Diplomas at Wirral Met

Tess Gill

Tess successfully completed the Foundation degree in Computer Science at Wirral Met and has progressed on to a BSc Computer Science degree. Tess said: “Wirral Met has been a fantastic step into higher education through its informative teaching in a comfortable and friendly environment.”

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

These courses equip students with the skills and knowledge to progress onto occupations including:

Games designer - View occupation details here
IT support technician - View occupation details here
Software designer - View occupation details here
Systems analyst - View occupation details here
Web designer - View occupation details here

IT Support Technicians can earn from between £18,000 to £30,000 per year, depending on their experience and Web Designers can earn around £15,000 to £30,000 per year.

Source: nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk

IT engineers

Up to £51,000

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Programmers and software development professionals

Up to £61,000

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Information technology and telecommunications professionals n.e.c.

Up to £56,000

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