Computer science has reached the top of the educational agenda. The argument has been made for making computational thinking central to schooling and the technology is now there to do it, with children actively using ICT from a young age. With our ability to upload educational material to the internet at any point, it’s vital for the education sector to keep abreast of technological developments – and potential pitfalls. Whether you’re interested or working at primary or secondary-school level, our course is for you. With support from our friendly and experienced staff, you’ll develop an in-depth knowledge of education, technology and computing that you can put to use in your future career. From programming to safeguarding, you’ll understand the benefits (and issues) that result from digital technology being at the heart of young people's schooling. When you graduate you’ll be able to thrive in a world of continual technological change, and address an educational need that's recognised both nationally and internationally.

Our course will put you on the path to a number of careers. With further professional training or postgraduate study, you could consider teaching, or working with and supporting vulnerable children, young people and adults. Other options include teaching and learning assistants, careers related to using computers and computational thinking with others, and delving into becoming an academic, researcher or scholar.