Computing and Digital Technologies Apprenticeships | Blackpool and The Fylde College

Hard code success into your career with a computing apprenticeship

B&FC’s Computing and Digital Technologies apprenticeships offer a powerful route into one of the UK’s fastest-growing and most innovative sectors. Whether you're a business seeking to futureproof your workforce or an individual ready to launch your tech career, our programmes combine real-world experience with industry-recognised qualifications.

Apprentices work on live projects, solving real problems in areas such as software engineering, cyber security, data analysis, and IT consultancy. Employers benefit from upskilled staff who are trained to meet current digital demands—enhancing productivity, innovation and resilience in an increasingly connected world.

Our specialist programmes, including roles like Cyber Security Technician, Software Development Technician and Data Analyst, are designed in collaboration with industry to reflect real sector needs. Degree-level pathways offer further specialisation in high-demand fields such as network engineering, cyber security and business analysis.

For apprentices, it’s a chance to earn while you learn, building hands-on skills and gaining qualifications that open doors to high-value tech careers. For employers, it’s a cost-effective way to grow talent from within - building the digital workforce of tomorrow, today.

Course Name

Course Code

AI Champion - Advanced Apprenticeship

DN00019

Cyber Security Technical Professional - Degree Apprenticeship

DN00014

Data Analyst - Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship

DN00002

Digital Support Technician - Advanced Apprenticeship

DN00017

Digital and Technology Solutions Professional (Business Analyst) - Degree Apprenticeship

DN00003

Digital and Technology Solutions Professional (Cyber Security Analyst) - Degree Apprenticeship

DN00005

Digital and Technology Solutions Professional (Data Analyst) - Degree Apprenticeship

DN00006

Digital and Technology Solutions Professional (IT Consultant) - Degree Apprenticeship

DN00007

Digital and Technology Solutions Professional (Network Engineer) - Degree Apprenticeship

DN00008

Digital and Technology Solutions Professional (Software Engineer) - Degree Apprenticeship

DN00009

Software Development Technician - Advanced Apprenticeship

DN00013

Most popular career routes

Apprenticeships in the computing and digital technologies sector offer a clear, skills-focused pathway into a wide range of high-growth careers. Starting with roles such as IT support technician or junior developer, apprentices build core technical skills while gaining real workplace experience. With further training and experience, progression into specialist areas such as software development, data analysis, network engineering or cyber security is common—opening doors to mid-level positions like systems analyst, penetration tester or data technician.

At higher levels, apprenticeships can lead to senior and strategic roles such as IT consultant, business analyst or cyber security specialist, with opportunities to lead projects, influence digital strategy and drive innovation. Whether you’re just starting out or upskilling to advance your career, apprenticeships provide a flexible, hands-on route to success in a sector that never stands still—where talent, curiosity and problem-solving are always in demand.

Facilities

B&FC provides hybrid teaching allowing apprentices the opportunity to pick up their offsite learning online. In addition, there are exceptional onsite facilities including a dedicated cyber security suite capable of simulating real-world cyber attacks as well as high specification computing workshops with ample capacity for those wanting to test their newly acquired software development and networking skills.

Experienced tutors are always on hand to facilitate apprentices' learning and to tailor programmes to the needs of individual employers, creating a seamless synergy between apprentices' on and off site training.