Choose Computing Science at Dumfries and Galloway College

Find your future with a rewarding career in computing that will open an array of exciting opportunities.  

Get one step ahead and take the path towards an exciting career in the fast-paced computing sector with one of our courses. We cover a variety of specialisms including cyber security, computer science and E-sports. Start your journey today. 

Studying computing and IT will make you a supercharged, critical thinking asset for large and small organisations alike. Maintaining the functionality and running of systems to creating the next big breakthrough in programming constantly makes IT professionals a highly sought-after addition to any team.  

Study with us to enjoy: 

• Access to world class learning facilities – specially designed computer labs and E-sports spaces will give you the opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge you need to thrive and develop. 

• Real experiences of work - our courses are designed to provide you with the skills and real work experiences you need by giving you the chance to put your skills in to practice through real time projects and placements. 

• Support from highly-trained staff – our lecturing and computing support staff will help you learn the academic theory and practical skills needed whilst helping you to develop your core skills, giving you all you need to get ahead and succeed. 

• A route to a viable career – with a qualification in your chosen specialism, you could become a web designer, forensic analyst, or a tester in the gaming industry or even go on to shape the future of emerging technologies.  

• An opportunity to become your own boss – many computing graduates will eventually go on to become owner-managers of their own web design studios or IT Project management firms.