Careers in this sector are incredibly diverse, from digital games designer and computer programmer to photographer and performer.
If you want to turn your creativity into a career, studying in the Creative & Digital sector will open a world of possibilities for you.
There are more than 2 million jobs in the creative industries. And the number of jobs has increased by 30.6% since 2011.
The creative economy accounts for 1 in 10 jobs across the UK and employ 700,000 more people than the financial services. In 2018, over 3.2 million (3,202,000) people worked in the creative economy.
Career Options
Career opportunities in the creative industries are increasing year on year, with employment in the sector growing three times faster than the rest of the UK economy. This industry values creativity and imagination and is a highly competitive field.
Our Career Pathways
Our career pathways have been designed alongside employers from this sector. They are a bespoke mix of qualifications and professional development opportunities, which will enable you to develop additional skills that employers are looking for.
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Digital & Computing Pathway
Leading to careers in digital and cloud-based technologies, computing and coding
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Creative Industries Pathway
Leading to careers in Art, Design, Media and Communications.
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