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Courses at DCG

Foundation Degree in Software Development

L5FT

Course Type: Higher Education
Location: Joseph Wright Centre
Subject Area: IT, Digital Skills and Computer Science
Start Date: 28/09/2026

This two-year course provides the knowledge base for applicants wishing to pursue or advance their career in the fast-moving digital sector as a software developer.

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Level 1 DCG Diploma in ICT & Games Development

L1FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Joseph Wright Centre
Subject Area: IT, Digital Skills and Computer Science
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This is a one-year programme designed to support your progression in English and maths while introducing you to the principles of Esports, ICT and Games Development.

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LEVEL 2 EXTENDED CERTIFICATE IN INFORMATION AND CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY

L2FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Joseph Wright Centre
Subject Area: IT, Digital Skills and Computer Science
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This qualification enables you to gain a broad knowledge of IT subjects, to explore the opportunities offered in the IT sector and to acquire appropriate vocational skills. 

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T Level in Digital Support Services, Infrastructure and Cyber Security

L3FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Joseph Wright Centre
Subject Area: IT, Digital Skills and Computer Science
Start Date: 07/09/2026

Are you interested in a career in digital support services? Do you want to gain essential knowledge and skills to work in digital roles by understanding data and digital systems, how...

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T LEVEL: DIGITAL SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

L3FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Joseph Wright Centre
Subject Area: IT, Digital Skills and Computer Science
Start Date: 07/09/2026

Do you want to start a career in software and digital design in a role such as programmer, web designer, IT business analyst, systems designer, software development technician or...

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Computer Games Development: Design – Level 3

L3FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Joseph Wright Centre
Subject Area: Games Design and Esports
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This qualification is aimed at 16 to 18-year-olds looking to pursue a career in the video games industry. You will study a range of disciplines related to the creation...

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Creative Digital Games Production – Level 2

L2FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Joseph Wright Centre
Subject Area: Games Design and Esports
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This full-time Level 2 programme is aimed at 16 to 18-year-olds looking to progress to the Level 3 Games Development programme and eventually pursue a career in the video...

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Level 3 Diploma in Performing Arts

L3FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Joseph Wright Centre
Subject Area: Performing Arts
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This highly practical course will put you on the path to an exciting and challenging career in the performing arts industry.  You will develop a range of skills and...

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Level 2 Extended Certificate in Performing Arts

L2FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Joseph Wright Centre
Subject Area: Performing Arts
Start Date: 07/09/2026

The Level 2 Performing Arts course has been specifically designed for students aged 16 years or over wishing to study a creative subject plus GCSE English and Maths [if required], work...

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