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Awarding body: Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL)

Part-Time Courses

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About the course

Would you like to improve your computer skills and meet new people all for free at your local library?

In today's digital age, proficiency in basic computer skills is essential. Our Basic Computer Skills course is designed to equip participants with the fundamental knowledge and competencies necessary to navigate and utilise computer technology effectively. Whether you're a complete beginner or seeking to enhance your existing skills, this course provides a comprehensive foundation for success in various personal and professional endeavours.

Join us in a relaxed and friendly environment, with approachable and patient tutors, where you will learn:

How to use the Internet to search for information
How to compare prices online
How to video chat with friends and family online
Online shopping and how to buy groceries
Understanding emails, messages and attachments
How to stay safe when working online
Join our FREE 17-week courses start in September and February.

How is the course delivered and assessed?

This course will be based in local libraries including Bradley Stoke library, Downend library and Winterbourne library, in the morning 9:30 – 12:30pm. Bring your own laptop, tablet or smartphone to practice the skills on familiar devices. Alternatively, you can use the public computers in the libraries to do the course!

What do I need to join (Entry Requirements)

To enrol onto this course, you must meet the following criteria:

You are age 19 or over at the start of the course
You have been a UK resident for at least the last 3 years
You have not achieved a Functional Skills Maths Entry level or higher qualification already

Free Computer Courses

Part time Level E

Free

* This fee is subject to change based on ongoing changes to funding guidance. If you submit an enrolment for this course and the fee changes, you will be notified.

Funding options available

LF Local Flexibility Explanation

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Where you live might affect which course fee applies. Enter your postcode to check.

Availability

Below are the available dates for this course, which you can enrol on today.
How to enrol online?

Location

Times and date

Fee's & Funding

Enrol

FLE10HFJ

Downend Library

16th Sep 2025 - 31st Jan 2026
On Tues between 9:30AM - 12:30PM

About this fee

Free

FLE10897

Bradley Stoke Library

17th Sep 2025 - 31st Jan 2026
On Wed between 9:30AM - 12:30PM

About this fee

Free

FLE1099V

Winterbourne Library

18th Sep 2025 - 30th Jun 2026
On Thurs between 9:30AM - 12:30PM

About this fee

Free

If you have any questions or need further information about this course, please complete the form below or contact us at [email protected].

Please note that this is not an enrolment form, and submitting it will not enrol you on the course.

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Free Computer Courses

Course information:

Information code - PTACA60342699
Subject assignment:
- Primary: Digital IT
- All subjects: Digital IT|Leisure and Wellbeing
Course image path:
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Created at - 15th Jul 2025 @ 7:54AM
Last updated - 15th Jul 2025 @ 7:54AM

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Course offerings assigned:

Offering Code

Info Code

Mode

Level

Year

Fee

Location

Funding Keys

Availability

Start

End

FLE10HFJ

PTACA60342699

Part time

E

25/26

0.00

Downend Library

Available for enrolments

16th Sep 2025

31st Jan 2026

FLE10897

PTACA60342699

Part time

E

25/26

0.00

Bradley Stoke Library

Available for enrolments

17th Sep 2025

31st Jan 2026

FLE1099V

PTACA60342699

Part time

E

25/26

0.00

Winterbourne Library

Available for enrolments

18th Sep 2025

30th Jun 2026

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About this course fee (DfE)

This course is typically partly funded by the Department for Education (DfE), which allows us to offer a reduced fee for fee paying learners living in eligible non-devolved (DfE-funded) areas.

The fee shown applies to learners from a DfE-funded area. If you're not sure whether you live in a DfE-funded area, please use our Fee Checker to confirm.

Learners from devolved areas may still apply for a place on this course, however have a different course fees as they will be partly funded by the relevant devolved area. This will be shown after using the Fee Checker available next to this information, or you can contact us directly for confirmation.

Please note that all course fees may be subject to change. If there are any changes after you apply, we will inform you before you are officially enrolled.

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About this course fee (WEMCA)

This course is typically partly funded by the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority (WEMCA), which allows us to offer a reduced fee for fee-paying learners living in this eligible devolved area.

The fee shown applies to learners from the West of England devolved area. If you're not sure whether you live in this funded area, please use our Fee Checker to confirm.

Learners from non-devolved (DfE-funded) areas may still apply for a place on this course, but their course fee will differ, as it will not be funded by WEMCA. The correct fee will be shown after using the Fee Checker available next to this information, or you can contact us directly for confirmation.

Please note that all course fees may be subject to change. If there are any changes after you apply, we will inform you before you are officially enrolled.

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Blended Learning

This is a 'Blended' course which includes onsite days and may also include online days.

How to enrol online

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Now that your course has been added to the basket, you can navigate the rest of the website and view other courses as you wish. You will be able to view your basket at any time by clicking the basket icon located in the top right corner of the website.

When you are ready to proceed with your enrolment:

Click the basket icon and select 'View Basket'.
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Click the 'Proceed with Enrolment' button to launch your enrolment.

Once you have completed your enrolment, the college will process it and send you further instructions.

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Advanced Learner Loan Explanation

The Advanced Learner Loan assists adults aged 19 and over in covering tuition costs for Level 3 to Level 6 qualifications. Before applying, individuals are advised to check eligibility for free funding options, as taking the loan may impact future entitlements. Eligibility requires UK residency for at least three years or settled status. For those using the loan for an Access to HE course, the loan balance may be written off upon completion of a higher education degree. Additional eligibility criteria may apply.

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L2 or L3 Entitlement Explanation

Adults aged 19 and over may be entitled to free tuition for their first Level 2 or first Level 3 qualification. In some cases, individuals may also qualify for funding when studying a second qualification at these levels, depending on their area of residency and the course level. Additional eligibility criteria may apply.

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Instalment Plans available Explanation

Adults aged 19 and over enrolled in a course with fees exceeding £50 may be eligible to pay through an instalment plan. This option allows the cost of the course to be spread out, making it more affordable. Additional eligibility criteria may apply.

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Free courses for jobs Explanation

UK residents of at least three years may qualify if they are studying an eligible Level 3 course. Eligibility requires an annual income below £25,000 or receipt of an approved benefit that meets the criteria for the scheme. Additional eligibility criteria may apply.

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Local Flexibility Explanation

Under the Local Flexibility offer, adults aged 19 and over may be eligible to access this course for free if they earn below a specified threshold, which is currently £25,000. Other qualifying criteria, such as being unemployed, may also apply. Additional eligibility criteria may apply.

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English/Maths Waiver Explanation

Adults aged 19 and over who have not yet achieved a grade C/4 or higher in GCSE English or Maths may access this course for free. This initiative is intended to enhance essential skills for employment and everyday life. Additional eligibility criteria may apply.

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Campus Closure: WISE Campus

Due to the Red weather warning for the region linked to Storm Darragh, the decision has been made to close our WISE campus on Saturday 7 December. All people affected by the cancellation of events at WISE on Saturday will be contacted in due course. Please note, the campus will open as normal on Sunday 8 December. We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

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