Short course
During this 12-week free online short course, you'll get the skills needed to get a job in tech industries and creative computing. You'll learn how to use digital technology to aid the development of applications and product management in arts, entertainment, games, mobile applications, multimedia, and user interface (UI)/user experience (UX) design. You'll also learn the fundamentals of web development.
You must be aged 19+ and live in the South West region to apply. We only accept applications from students who haven't completed a government funded Skills Bootcamp in the last 12 months.
Our current Skills Bootcamps in Creative Computing: UI/UX Design are full and we're no longer accepting applications at this time. Please register your interest to be notified of any upcoming Skills Bootcamps.
"The highlight of the Skills Bootcamp for me was meeting others and getting to know them while working through problems together. The course gave me a good idea of what to expect in regard to common industry processes and practices that are used in my new job."
Ollie Wilkes, Junior Developer, Skills Bootcamp in Creative Computing
You’ll develop skills to embark on a career within the creative industries including learning about:
While focusing on the above, you'll work on group and individual projects. You'll produce a portfolio of prototypes to demonstrate to employers your practical skills in creative computing gained in the 12 weeks.
You'll learn about:
Tuesday sessions will be drop-in support and project sessions, and Thursday will focus on web development each week.
From week seven onwards students will be supported in developing skills which are applicable for the working environment. This includes skills in building confidence and communication in preparation for employment.
Throughout these six sessions, students will explore CV construction, LinkedIn presence, employability skills and interview techniques. They'll also explore topics surrounding freelancing and enterprise. These will be explored through collaborative group exercises and individual tasks which will be reviewed, with feedback being provided to students.
During week six or seven you'll receive a mock interview from a member of staff at Bath Spa University in order to increase your confidence in an interview setting and practise your techniques.
Upon completion of this Skills Bootcamp, you'll be able to:
You'll be taught by highly experienced lecturers and also benefit from guest speakers, group exercises, and online learning to ensure that you can fit the course around your other commitments.
In addition to classroom-based learning, you'll also be provided with opportunities for these skills to be practiced and displayed throughout. All teaching is online. You'll create a solution to a design brief and present this to a panel of experts in your final week.
It's necessary to attend every session over the 12 weeks in order to get the most out of the qualification.
You'll have the opportunity to attend networking events, employer talks and in-person workshops, which may fall outside of teaching hours, depending on availability.
It's important to note that you're expected to spend a number of hours outside of teaching on independent study to support your learning. Your lecturers will support you with reading activities to do during your independent study.
Throughout your Skills Bootcamp journey your progress will be reviewed. This concludes in the creation and delivery of a course project, where you’ll have the opportunity to showcase the skills you've learned.
Students that have completed our Skills Bootcamp in Creative Computing have secured roles as:
Unite Students are collaborating with Bath Spa University to upskill the next generation of UX/UI designers. We hope to show the students how a user experience team works in-house as well as provide insider tips on interviews. We'll be running UX workshops and offering students interviews.
Modular is a small Digital Delivery Team. We’re here to help with the ongoing thinking, planning, doing and fixing needed not only to create a powerful online service but to sustain and nourish it for years to come. Underpinning all of our work is human centred design. We're passionate about helping others build upon their skills and embracing new work experiences. Sharing and supporting others is a big thing for us.
We're thrilled to be invited to support the Skills Bootcamp in Creative Computing and share some insights into what working for a small agency looks like, along with some guidance on interviews and providing a wider view of the sector.
Transform Digital is a design and digital marketing consultancy with creativity at our core. We believe that digital marketing is more than just looking good. It’s about voicing who you are, what you do, and why you do it: through branding, design, photography, videography and high-performing SEO, PPC and social campaigns.
We’re looking forward to hosting webinars on designing for accessibility, website design and build and SEO, as well as running student interviews. And we’re even more excited to meet the next generation of digital designers and marketers.
Meet Skills Bootcamp in Creative Computing lecturer, James Shaw. He brings together his experience of working as a freelance graphic designer and his knowledge surrounding ideation, design development and design process in his teaching. James describes the digital soft skills that students learn on the course as well as highlighting how the Skills Bootcamp builds confidence and opens the door to new opportunities within the creative sector.
Read James Shaw's story
You'll develop your employability and soft skills based on proven methods for CV and personal statement writing and interview techniques. You'll also gain knowledge of techniques in confidence, resiliency, communication and problem-solving.
Employers were involved in the design and content of this online short course and feature throughout. They provide assistance with mock interviews, employer networking events, are involved in project assessment, and provide 1-2-1 mentoring to help you get a job or progress your career.
You don't need any prior knowledge to complete this short course, you don't even need to know what creative computing means. Whether you're currently employed or unemployed, our free Skills Bootcamp shows you can bring your broader work and life experience together with new digital skills. This will allow you to feel much more confident in your ability to apply for roles within UI and UX design.
“Our tutors were very responsive to messages outside of teaching and made it clear that additional support was available if we needed it. I'm so grateful for the experience and will recommend this Skills Bootcamp to others.”
Nicola P, Student, Skills Bootcamp in Creative Computing
You should have aspirations for a career in the creative industries using digital technology. You may be interested in web design, UX/UI design, agile project management and/or app development. While some previous knowledge is desirable, the most important factor is a positive mindset, desire and commitment.
You must:
Our Skills Bootcamp in Creative Computing is funded by the Department for Education (DfE), and therefore is free. We only accept applications from students who haven't completed a government funded Skills Bootcamp in the last 12 months.
If you're being sent for training by your employer, your employer will need to pay up to 30% of the total fees depending on the size of the company. If this is the case, please contact us at shortcourses@bathspa.ac.uk for more details.
Our current Skills Bootcamps in Creative Computing: UI/UX Design are full and we're no longer accepting applications at this time. Please register your interest to be notified of any upcoming Skills Bootcamps.
Our current Skills Bootcamps in Creative Computing: UI/UX Design are full and we're no longer accepting applications at this time. Please register your interest to be notified of any upcoming Skills Bootcamps.
“The Skills Bootcamp was hard work and stretched me at times, particularly the coding, but I got such a sense of achievement when it went right.”
Jo Woodward, Student, Skills Bootcamp in Creative Computing
You'll receive six months of employability support after completing a Skills Bootcamp. This includes your lecturers signposting you to networking events and job vacancies. You'll also receive a quarterly newsletter with the latest training opportunities, jobs fairs and tech events.
As our Skills Bootcamps are fully funded by the Department for Education, there is an expectation from the DfE that you'll keep in touch with us to let us know about any interviews or job offers you receive after completing the short course. We'll provide you with a short form that you must get your new employer to fill out in order for us to provide evidence to the DfE.
If you have any queries please contact shortcourses@bathspa.ac.uk
Read the privacy notice about signing up for these Skills Bootcamps, including how and why your personal data will be collected, and what it will be used for.
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