Built for people restarting or changing career, the CertHE Computing Skills for the Workplace combines core technical skills with the habits employers look for. You cover programming, system management and networking, and learn to plan work from start to finish, solve problems and spot issues before they arise. Teamwork, communication and independent working are developed throughout, and you build a digital portfolio to use in interviews. Career development is part of the course, so you think about how to progress as well as what to learn. After the certificate, students may progress to the BSc (Hons) Applied Computing. Full-time weekday study is listed in Birmingham and at Canary Wharf in London. AF Education gives UK home students free help applying and with Student Finance England.
Key facts
- Award / level
- CertHE
- Study mode
- Full time
- Schedule options
- Weekday
- Location
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- the Birmingham campus
- the Canary Wharf campus in London
- Upcoming intake
- January 2027
- Foundation year
- Not included in this course title
- Awarding university
- University of Wales Trinity Saint David
- Partner pathway
- PEN
Who this course is for
This suits adults who want to restart their career or begin a new one in computing and prefer a practical, shorter higher-education award.
Entry routes for mature students
Applications are welcome from a wide range of backgrounds. Applicants usually attend an on-campus assessment where English language skills, achievements and life experience are considered. If you are under 21, you need Level 3 qualifications such as A-levels, BTECs or an Access to HE Diploma totalling 64 to 80 UCAS points.
Funding with Student Finance England
AF Education is a free service for England-resident UK home students — not international applicants. For eligible courses, a Tuition Fee Loan is paid directly to the university and a Maintenance Loan is paid to you for living costs. Eligibility depends on residency and previous study; use our free eligibility checker before you apply.
Check your Student Finance eligibility — free, takes about 2 minutes.
How often you study
Full-time weekday study is listed at Birmingham and Canary Wharf. Most courses AF Education supports need 1 to 2 campus days a week, usually about 2 to 4 hours a day, so many students keep working. Your exact timetable is confirmed before you enrol.
Career and progression
Successful students may progress onto the BSc (Hons) Applied Computing. The course focuses on transferable skills for a range of roles in the tech industry, and AF Education does not guarantee jobs or progression.
Course overview from University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Are you ready to develop your computing skills and take the next step towards a career in technology? The Computing Skills for the Workplace (Full-time) course at UWTSD London and Birmingham offers you a Certificate of Higher Education that focuses on practical learning and real-world application. This course is designed to help you build confidence, work effectively both on your own and with others, and develop the skills that employers are looking for in today’s job market.
A key focus of this programme is to equip you with workplace skills that can be directly transferred into any professional setting. You will learn how to tackle challenges head-on, how to plan your work from start to finish, and how to develop problem-solving skills that will help you succeed in a variety of roles. Whether it’s identifying issues before they arise or finding solutions when they do, this course will help you develop the mindset needed to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
Throughout the course, you will focus on career progression and career development, ensuring that you not only gain the technical skills needed for the workplace but also understand how to grow and advance in your chosen field. The programme places a strong emphasis on developing transferable skills, which can be applied across various sectors, giving you the flexibility to pursue a range of job opportunities after graduation.
This course is ideal if you’re looking to restart your career or even begin a new one in computing and provides an excellent opportunity to build a strong foundation in computing that will support your long-term career ambitions.
At UWTSD, our focus is on practical, hands-on learning. The Computing Skills for the Workplace course equips you with both the technical expertise and critical thinking skills required to excel in professional environments. Our approach encourages problem-solving, collaboration, and the ability to apply your knowledge directly in the workplace.
You will gain core computing skills such as programming, system management, and networking. The course also develops your ability to tackle real-world challenges by enhancing your problem-solving skills. You will build a digital portfolio, showcasing your abilities for interview preparation and career development. Additionally, the programme emphasises transferable skills like teamwork, communication, and independent work, preparing you for a variety of roles in the tech industry.
CertHE Computing Skills for the Workplace is available at Birmingham, London. Campus details and map links are below.
Available Campuses for CertHE Computing Skills for the Workplace
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Birmingham
Apsley House 35 Waterloo Street Birmingham B2 5TJ
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Canary Wharf
Exchange Tower Harbour, Exchange Square, 9th and 10th Floor, London, E14 9GE
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Campus locations on the map
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How AF Education helps
AF Education support is 100% free for students. We help you check eligibility, choose a suitable course and campus, prepare documents, and submit your application — with clear next steps for Student Finance England where relevant.
FAQs about this course
Do I need computing experience?
No specific computing qualification is listed. Suitability is assessed at an on-campus assessment that considers your English skills, achievements and life experience.
What will I build during the course?
A digital portfolio that showcases your abilities for interview preparation and career development.
What can I study afterwards?
After completing the certificate, students may progress onto the BSc (Hons) Applied Computing.
Where can I study?
Full-time weekday study is listed in Birmingham and at Canary Wharf in London.
Can I get Student Finance England for this course?
AF Education gives England-resident UK home students (not international applicants) free help applying for Student Finance England on eligible courses. Check your eligibility free before you apply.
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