Overview

The ICT, Tech & Digital Creative job sector is all about careers related to computer hardware and software, communications and network technologies.  This is the job sector for people with a love for digital technology and its application for public, commercial or entertainment purposes.  The next big thing in Tech now is AI or Artificial Intelligence, a technology with huge potential (and risk) to change our lives.   

Take a look at the various links and job roles below to see what could be in store for you.

• The UK tech sector is expected to create more than 1.6 million new jobs by 2029 in areas such as big data, systems support and cyber security
• 10,000 tech roles needed in Suffolk and Norfolk by 2024
• The industry is desperately seeking women. Young women made up 17% of the tech workforce in 2019 and are in demand

Useful subjects:

Art • Business awareness • Chemistry • Computer science • Computing and ICT • Design and technology History • Languages • Maths • Media • Music • Psychology • Physics • Science • Sociology

Jobs ideas for this industry:

Animator • Audio Programmer • Computer Games Developer • Cyber Security Analyst • Database Administrator • IT Support Technician • IT Project Manager • Network Engineer • Web Content Manager • Web & App Developer • (For more, check out the Job Areas below!)

Next step:

Explore this industry in detail through the job areas below which include detailed job ideas, local employers and opportunities.