BCS Africa - Shape your future
Are you setting out on your future career or looking to upskill into the roles global employers are seeking today?
In today’s global industry it’s not just about being IT competent, employers in the modern world of work are looking for individuals who have a skill set that goes beyond the tech, you need to stand out and there are many roles for you to choose from and more yet to be created.
At BCS, the Chartered Institute for the global IT profession our qualifications, certifications and professional pathways can help you achieve your goals to help future-proof your career with the all-rounded skills, competence and professional credentials employers want to recruit.
Let us help you on your pathway:
Looking for a higher education study programme as an alternative to university?
With university places in high demand, we have an affordable and flexible route through our Ofqual regulated higher educational qualifications, which is examined at degree level and provides a pathway towards Chartered professional status, giving you the trusted credentials as an IT Professional.
View our providers in Ghana, Mauritius, Nigeria and Zimbabwe
Join the BCS HEQ community forum (available to all members)
Looking to upskill into a specialist role?
Our range of professional certifications can be studied through BCS accredited centres anytime and anywhere through online learning and examination.
We'll help shape your future
BCS qualifications and professional certifications are aligned to BCS membership and the global industry framework for IT, SFIA*. Gaining BCS professional status provides a pathway towards professional registration and Chartered status, taking you to the pinnacle of success. Discounted student rates: £20 per annum or £30 for 4 years.
*Skills for the Information Age
Develop your skills and shape your career path
BCS membership forms part of your qualification journey, as a member we’d encourage you to take advantage of the free learning resources available to help you develop and shape your career-path. This includes: BCS’ careers centre, soft skills e-learning, personal development plan tool, CV360 evaluation tool and so much more. Plus you get to be a part of your wider professional community. Watch our 'Why become a member' video
Further learning resources to support you in your career
As a BCS member you’ll have access to a wide range of career services, professional development tools networking opportunities and continuous professional development events as well as 20% discount across our BCS bookshop. You could tap into the knowledge and experience of a BCS mentor, perhaps a post-grad student or newly-qualified practitioner to guide your next steps. Or connect with the global IT community at one of our specialist groups across UK branches or international sections.
BCS qualification and certification directory
This interactive directory provides the full range of qualifications, apprenticeships, and professional certifications, including the pathways your learners or employees can take, from entry level through to Chartered IT Professional.
Sign up for BCS updates
By signing up to receive updates you’ll receive monthly updates with snippets of industry insights, and you’ll be the first to hear about local / virtual events or BCS run CPD workshops that you can attend with or without BCS membership.
Testimonials
Meet some of our students and hear what they have to say.
