Welcome Event: Digital, computer science and IT
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Welcome Event: Digital, computer science and IT

Get a taste of what college life is like within digital, computer science and IT before enrolment. We can't wait to see you!

By Vision West Nottinghamshire College

Date and time

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:00 - 14:00 GMT+1

Location

Vision West Nottinghamshire College Derby Road Campus

Derby Road Mansfield NG18 5BH United Kingdom

About this event

  • Event lasts 5 hours

What to expect

Please note you can choose to attend the morning or afternoon session, or you can attend the whole day to have a taster session in hardware and/or software.

Hardware

This session is tailored for you to gain knowledge about the physical components that make up a computer system. You will learn about different hardware parts, their functions, and how they work together to create a functioning computer. From CPUs and motherboards to storage devices and peripherals, this session will provide you with a solid understanding of hardware essentials.

Whether you're looking to build your own PC or pursue a career in IT, this course will give you the foundational knowledge you need.

Join us and start your journey into the realm of computer hardware.

Software

This session is designed for you to explore the fundamentals of software creation. You will gain hands-on experience with coding, learn about different programming languages, and understand the software development lifecycle.

Whether you're aiming to build your own apps or pursue a career in tech, this session will provide you with the essential skills and knowledge to get started.

Join us and take the first step towards becoming a proficient software developer


  • Meet your course teachers
  • Meet your future classmates
  • Introduction to the course
  • Team building through a range of hands on activities
  • Tour of the computer science department
  • Questions and answers

Book your place now!

Booking is essential as we have limited spaces.

What to bring

Money/card or snacks and water/drink for break time. If attending for the full day we recommend bringing a packed lunch or money/card to buy food onsite.

Getting here

There is ample parking on-site

Tickets