National Centre for Computing Education Courses

Programming 103: Saving and Structuring Data

Learn how to save and structure data in external files, and import files back into your Python programs. Supported by Google.

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• 1 week from now (4th Jul)
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to Web Development

Discover web development and learn to build your own interactive websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Supported by Google.

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• 1 week from now (4th Jul)
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to Encryption and Cryptography

Learn how encryption keeps information safe, and teach your students how it's used in the world today. Supported by Google.

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Programming Pedagogy in Primary Schools: Developing Computing Teaching

Investigate a range of pedagogical approaches suitable for teaching programming to primary school pupils (aged 5 to 11 years old).

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 4 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Programming with GUIs

Learn what a Graphical User Interface is and write your own GUI-based applications with this practical course for teachers.

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Design and Prototype Embedded Computer Systems

Discover embedded system design and work your way through the product design lifecycle. Supported by Google.

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Programming Pedagogy in Secondary Schools: Inspiring Computing Teaching

Examine a range of pedagogical approaches suitable for teaching computing in Key Stage 3 (Grade 6–8 in the USA).

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Creating an Inclusive Classroom: Approaches to Supporting Learners with SEND in Computing

Explore ways to make your computing lessons more inclusive for learners with special educational needs and disabilities.

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 2 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)