Level 3 Computer Course at College of North West London

Cost£2,225.00
Duration32 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start30 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Computer Course in Brent. Classes run at College of North West London, part-time during the day. Entry requirements are assessed on an individual basis, so you don't need to meet a fixed entry bar before enquiring. Over 32 weeks, you'll cover areas including software, networking, cybersecurity, and digital tools, building practical skills through hands-on projects. The course is open to adults. City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma for IT Users (ITQ) with certificate.

Who this course is for

Adults Only

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements will be assessed on an individual basis

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills in software applications and digital tools.
  • You'll learn the fundamentals of networking and cybersecurity.
  • You'll work on real-world projects to apply your computing knowledge.
  • You'll explore data handling and digital productivity techniques.
  • You'll use artificial intelligence tools to support and improve your work.
  • You'll build employability skills relevant to digital and tech roles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching and hands-on project work. Assessment is based on the units you complete across the course. Your tutor will work with you to plan your learning based on your individual assessment at the start. Classes are daytime and part-time, spread over 32 weeks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. College of North West London will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT support technician: troubleshoot hardware and software for organisations.
  • Digital marketing assistant: manage online content and campaigns.
  • Data entry and systems administrator: maintain databases and business systems.
  • Junior network technician: support network infrastructure in workplaces.
  • Cybersecurity analyst (entry level): monitor systems and flag security risks.
  • IT helpdesk advisor: first point of contact for technical queries.

What you could study next

  • HNC in Computing (Level 4): a natural next step if you want to specialise in software development, networking, or cybersecurity.
  • Level 4 Diploma in IT: broadens your technical knowledge for more senior digital roles.
  • Degree-level study in Computer Science or IT: many universities accept Level 3 IT qualifications as part of their entry criteria.