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To participate and make informed decisions in today's world, all citizens require technological and information literacy skills that include the ability to gather, process, and manipulate data. These skills are now as essential as traditional numeracy and literacy.
UK and the rest of the world are becoming highly computer-literate societies with a large percentage of businesses and households connected to the information super highway. Computer technology and the information highway are also providing new opportunities for learning. Now a candidate in remote or rural part can have the same access to resources as a candidate in a large urban centre.
Computers are also quickly changing the way we work. Traditional jobs, such as those in the banking industry, are still dominating, however, new areas of economic activity, such as multimedia production, are growing rapidly. As well, how and where we work continues to evolve as technology impacts on the workplace.
As well as the rapid development of new technologies that gather, organise, and share information, familiar technologies like television, telephone, and computers are evolving and being expanded by digitised information, causing a convergence of technologies.
The challenge for candidates and teachers is to develop an understanding of the fundamentals of information literacy and the tools required to prepare for, and participate in, an evolving information-based society. Candidates need to have a firm grounding in computing for their careers, for lifelong learning, and for recreation. The computer studies curriculum provide candidates with the analytical, interpersonal, and technical skills they require to be active participants in an exciting and dynamic world.
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Information Technology
 Training within the information technology industry can be extensive, and many information technology programs can lead to a diverse set of career options. An information technology qualification allow professionals to work in the field as IT Managers, Office Administrators, Department Managers and Access Database Administration.
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Computer Science
With the rapid developments in technology, advances in technology, and new computer systems and programs launched daily, computer science qualification offer many attractive career opportunities in technology and information management. Organisations of all sizes are looking for skilled professionals who hold a computer science qualification for a variety of critical projects including networking, technical applications, and developing efficient programs and applications. The advantage of computer science is it touches a number of
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Programming
A computer programming qualification allow candidates to work in a diverse industry within the information technology environments. Computer programmers are in high demand in today's technologically advancing industries, and candidates undertaking the computer programming course will receive formal, hands-on computer programming training that is necessary
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Database
 Database programs offer candidates a chance to pursue a career in the theoretical and practical aspects of database development process. The field of database has grown considerably with the advances in technology and the internet, and many database engineers are involved with implementation of new databases, and staying ahead of market trends.
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Graphic Design
 Graphic design candidates create visually captivating solutions to effectively convey information. The creative output of graphic designers can be seen all around us, from newspapers to television to the internet.
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Web Design
Web designers are involved with a variety of graphics and web development projects as the need for Internet web pages and technology skills is growing rapidly. Web designers may be involved with managing multimedia files, creating dynamic content, coding HTML, and implementing attractive website layouts and designs.
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Networking
 Network administration is the set of procedures and processes used to maintain and coordinate computer and telecommunication networks. A network management engineer may be involved with a variety of tasks that help to configure, maintain and optimise the standard processes of each network. They are also involved with monitoring resources and ensuring that each area is running efficiently and effectively. Network administrators and computer systems coordinators are
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PC Repair/Cabling
 With the rapid growth and advancement in the field of computers and information technology, the need for skilled computer repair technicians is rising across all industries. From game development companies to industrial corporations, computer repair technicians are needed to troubleshoot computer systems, manage computer peripherals, and help with installation and setup of a variety of programs and computer hardware.
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