Computing
Access to Software Development and Web Design
Campus
Granton Campus
Milton Road Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 5
Study mode Full time
Start date
Jan 2026
Choose your study options
Course enquiry form
Course overview
Discover the Web and Software development world as you are introduced to core industry concepts and skills in web development, coding and digital media.
You will explore practical skills through projects you build yourself and create a portfolio for your employment. This course is designed to serve as a progression towards further study in a specialist Web development or Software development course.
Industry-experienced College lecturers will teach you and will learn a diverse range of knowledge in computer programming, Web Development, HTML and CSS, and media production, including graphics and video. Each subject area you cover is based on fundamental skills available in jobs today, to make sure you get the best education to progress towards a successful career.
What you will learn
- Web Development
- Graphics creation
- Computer Programming (Coding)
- Video Acquisition and Editing
- Fundamental computing applications you will need when you study at higher levels.
How the course is assessed
- Through practical projects tests and quizzes
Number of days per week
- 3 Days a week
Entry requirements
- For school leavers: Four National 4 qualifications; C grade passes or equivalent, preferably including Computing and maths.
- You will need to have the equivalent of a national 4-level mathematics. If you don't have this formal qualification, this can be assessed from the screening activity at the interview.
- For college learners: Progression from successful completion of a relevant Edinburgh College course, for example, NPA Computing and Digital Media.
- For everyone else: All enquiries are welcome regardless of qualifications. Edinburgh College computing staff can assess where you can start or progress in your computing career and find the right course through our screening activity and interviews.
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- We use a screening activity and/ or an interview to assess your skills.
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- NPA Access to Cyber Security Software and Web.
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Granton Campus | Full time | 19/01/26 |
| Milton Road Campus | Full time | 19/01/26 |
| Sighthill Campus | Full time | 19/01/26 |
