Careers
in Digital Technologies

Specialists focus on technology such as hardware, networking, servers, operating systems and software.  

Roles are concerned with the information that computer systems provide to help an organisation, such as managing financial accounts and customer databases.  

Is about the development and maintenance of software systems. A software engineer might design, write and test computer programs, and often is involved in a project from original idea to final product.  

Looks at the maths and science behind computers, and how people use them. People with computer science qualifications work in a wide range of roles, from designing and developing computer systems to programming, developing software, and managing complex computer networks.  

Is about designing, developing and operating computer systems. Computer systems engineers may specialise in computer hardware, software or the embedded computer systems used in cars and mobile phones.  

Combines digital technologies and design, and includes areas such as: computer game programming and design, website and app design and development, computer-generated imagery (CGI) for films, TV and games, and audio/visual communication.