Digital, computer science and IT

Digital, computer science and IT courses

• Computing - Level 1
• Computer Science and IT (Intermediate) - Level 2
• Digital Support Services - Level 2
• Esports (Intermediate) - Level 2
• Computer Science and IT (Advanced) - Level 3
• Esports (Advanced) - Level 3

Why choose digital, computer science and IT at West Notts?

Practical lessons

You will have access to three floors with dedicated suites for developing computer games, web development and computer programming, plus four laboratories for you to practically dismantle and repair hardware.

Industry placements

You will have the opportunity to work in industry with placements including NHS and PC World (KnowHow) amongst others. We also work closely with local partners such as Dijitul and the Computer Store, Mansfield.

Enter into competitions

Once you;ve gained the right skills and experience, you will be invited to showcase your talents at regional IT competitions. You can also take part in inter-gaming competitions right here at college.

Be part of the 'Learning Company'

RESOLVE I.T. offers the perfect opportunity to fulfil your work placement hours and gain valuable experience.

Our very own PC repair company is run by students studying on the computer science and business courses. Providing IT support, consultancy and network solutions along with low cost PC and mobile phone repairs, they are busy helping real-life customers to overcome their problems with technology.

From PC custom builds, to product creation (logos, websites, apps etc.) and 3D printing, there is lots to learn and you’ll be supported by expert teachers throughout your time in the company.

They worked brilliantly on a project with Mansfield-based campaign #WeMakeICTPossible, founded by three business owners. Students assisted with rebuilding laptops, tablets and desktop systems so that schoolchildren and young people in the community could benefit from obtaining IT equipment where they would otherwise not have the chance to use it.

They refurbished many pieces of equipment so that young people who are experiencing digital poverty in the Mansfield and Ashfield areas could have access to IT.

Career Opportunities

Meet the teachers

Get to know to know a bit more about your teachers before you join us.

Our digital, computer science and IT teachers

Guided Campus Tour

Get a glimpse into the facilities you will be using as a digital, computer science and IT student at West Notts College.

What our students say

Find out what our current students think about studying at West Notts.

Gallery

Getting to know the hardware systems of all the latest equipment.

Computing and IT students have access to industry-standard equipment to help them gain the right skills for industry.

The computing team’s custom-built cab allows students to bring their gaming creations to life, in true arcade fashion.

Discover technical skills.

Learn how to rebuild PCs.

Computing students are encouraged to be inventive with tech! This ‘exploded PC’ was designed to showcase the inner workings of a PC.

Level 3 students are taught up-to-date skills, including the latest programming techniques, to design and build apps for smart phones or tablets.

Our students are always finding ingenious ways to reinvent PC technology – fancy a game of ‘computer fan’ air hockey?

Students enjoyed some retro gaming and zany challenges during a visit to the cultural centre of videogame technology.

Students are trained under the watchful eye of teachers with up-to-date knowledge and experience.

Students are given hands-on projects to challenge the mind and encourage creativity. (Pictured: Lego technix)