Computing
A computer system uses many devices, arranged in different ways to solve many problems. This constitutes a computing environment where many computers are used to process and exchange information to handle multiple issues.
The different types of Computing Environments are:
Sidequest
Stuck indoors? Design your own video game through practical quests delivered by some of the UK’s biggest games studios, with live masterclasses, free software and a supportive online community. Simply click on the box below to enrol:
Sidequest
iDEA
The Inspiring Digital Enterprise Award, known as iDEA is an international programme that helps you develop digital, enterprise and employability skills for free.
Through their series of online challenges, you can win career-enhancing badges, unlock new opportunities and, ultimately, gain industry-recognised Awards that help you stand out from the crowd. To register and find out more click the button below
iDEA
Cyber Discovery
You might not have considered a career in cyber security before, but you definitely should. Not only is it one of the most well-paid, in-demand sectors around, but it also offers young people the chance to forge a career doing something that matters.
Cyber Discovery is the most effective and fun way to master technical skills and security concepts, as a gateway to the industry or just to up your digital skills! As you embark on your journey, you will become an agent for the virtual Cyber Protection Agency, where you will stop criminal gangs who are using their cyber skills to do damage online. You will have a go at real-world cyber attacks, learning how cyber security experts play a vital role in protecting our hospitals, banks, army, and police services!
You can take part in the programme at home or in a school club – all you need is a computer and an internet connection to get started. Are you ready to join the community and see if you can take the fight to the cyber criminals? If so, click on the button below:
Cyber DiscoveryCyberFirst
CyberFirst is developing the UK’s next generation of cyber professionals through our student bursaries, free courses for 11-17 year olds and exciting competitions. It also provides opportunities for young people aged 11 – 17 years to explore their passion for tech by introducing them to the fast paced world of cyber security. Click the button to find out more:
CyberFirst
iCould
As part of the Education and Employers charity, the icould.com platform helps draw links between school subjects and jobs. It encourages you to discover opportunities you may not have known about before. It shows what is possible in the world of work. The site features over 1000 videos of real people talking about their careers – explaining their job role, career path and how different factors have shaped their choices. Click on the link below to look at the 100 Digital and Tech videos:
Computing
Cyber Security
Find out about Cyber security by watching this film: