Gain the skills you need for the digital world
This industry thrives on talented people who can solve problems, develop better ways of doing things, and understand and shape technology, which is at the centre of our Digital Technologies courses.
Get experience in key global growth areas
Our courses will develop your skills in fast-growing areas within the industry. We have hosted unique workshops at the College, such as cyber security delivered by The University of Oxford's Computer Science department.
Are you inspired by the idea of creating security protocols, testing and tweaking the code behind websites, or developing new digital tech to solve complex issues?
Develop a greater understanding of the IT systems, hardware and software powering today's businesses in many different industries with one of our Digital Technologies courses.
A practically-taught and career-focused approach will give you insights into the technical skills valued by employers in the workplace, looking at digital portfolios, database and software development, the online world and other interesting modules.
As you progress, you will discover new specialities and work on your own specific interests. There are so many different career paths to follow, there's bound to be something that suits you!
Staff Profile: Byron Lui
Before joining Abingdon & Witney College in 2023, Byron studied Computer Science at Bachelors and Masters level in Taiwan and Hong Kong.
"The College's collaborative environment is undoubtedly its greatest asset. I genuinely value the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of colleagues who share a deep passion for education!
The technology department plays an incredibly important role in preparing students for the digital age. In today's increasingly technology-driven world, proficiency in computing and related skills is in high demand across various industries."
Staff Profile: Chintan Mahant
Chintan joined the College in 2023 as a Lecturer in the Computing Department with over 13 years of experience in the field of IT and Computing. He has a Bachelors Degree in Information Technology and Masters of Engineering in Computing Science and Engineering from India; and a Masters of Science in IT Management from Sheffield Hallam University, England.
“The College encourages the development of well-rounded individuals and prioritises preparing each student to go out in the real world. When they leave the College, not only have they improved their technical knowledge, but they have also gained life skills which will help them to be successful, content and productive; such as learning how to operative as a team and how to take responsibility for their own actions.
I enjoy passing on my expertise to students who want to succeed in computing, and supporting the technology department to help our students get ready for the future. As a department, we support them in any way possible, helping them to develop into future software developers, or prepare for computer-related careers. The classrooms are filled with fresh ideas and new concepts every day!”
Staff Profile: Mark Excell
Before joining the College, Mark provided IT support within a secondary school and ran his own website design and development company.
"I enjoy the varied work and helping students reach their full potential. In addition to valuable life skills, College can lead to fantastic long-term opportunities for students.
Digital technologies continue to shape and enable real positive change for the world. Being part of this evolution is exciting and rewarding!"
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Nathan
Previous school:
Henry Box School
There are significantly less students here compared to school, so there's more one-to-one time with the tutor and I can get individual support.
It's definitely a good challenge. There are units that focus on the jobs that are in demand like coding, and units that branch off into different subjects like business and sport, so not just computers!
I find that best of all, I'm focusing on one thing at a time, which is different to studying A levels and I'm glad I've gone for something more practical.
Aidan
Previous school:
St Birinus School
Aidan always loved computers, especially big systems with impressive specs. The course at the College had the right material and structure for his learning style, and he found it a positive move to focus on one subject rather than a wider selection of A levels.
"I now work at the Science and Technology Facilities Council, a world-leading multi-disciplinary science organisation, looking after a large storage cluster and some of this requires scripting/coding which I learned at college.
The job has tested my knowledge of networking, web design and several other areas of IT that were covered in modules on my course here."
Daisy
Previous school:
Fitzharrys School
Daisy joined the Level 3 Digital Technologies course (Computing as it was known then) and was so successful that she went on to achieve the 2017 Student of the Year Award for the entire Technology department!
"There was such a wide variety of topics covered within my course, taught in practical ways rather than just through theory; this gave me a really good idea of what I enjoy most about computing.
Two years on and I am studying for a degree in BSc Computer Forensics at the University of South Wales. I am currently on a placement year where I am working in the public sector in Computing.
Next year is my final year of my degree and I still share the same passion I had when finishing college. Going to university has helped me develop both my technical and personal skills which are crucial for progression in the industry but it isn’t for everyone!"
Your future career
Games Developer
IT Consultant
Network Engineer
Software Engineer
Systems Analyst
Systems Developer
Telecommunications Specialist
Web Developer
