The Azure Career Accelerator Bootcamp by Digital Up North provides a practical, supportive route into the digital economy, combining technical skills, applied learning, and career readiness to help learners take their next step with confidence.
The Azure Career Accelerator Bootcamp by Digital Up North is an intensive, skills-focused training programme designed to help adults develop in-demand Microsoft Azure digital skills and accelerate their entry into Cybersecurity or Data Analytics roles. The programme combines hands-on technical training, real-world digital projects, and employability development to prepare learners for the realities of today’s digital workplace. You will gain a strong foundation in Microsoft Azure, develop practical experience through guided labs and projects, and build the confidence to progress into entry-level roles or further technical training. The bootcamp is suitable for individuals looking to reskill or upskill, including career changers, those returning to work, or learners seeking to strengthen their digital capability in line with employer demand. You will benefit from career readiness support, mock interviews, and exposure to employer-informed practices to ensure you are well prepared for progression opportunities. You can choose one of two specialist pathways, allowing you to tailor your learning towards Data or Cyber focused roles, while all pathways share a common core of Azure fundamentals, applied learning, and employability skills. Pathway 1 – Azure Fundamentals with Data This pathway is designed for learners interested in building a career in data-driven roles such as:
You will develop an understanding of how data is stored, processed, and analysed using Microsoft Azure technologies. Learners develop a practical understanding of core data concepts, relational and non-relational data, and analytics workloads, supported by hands-on labs and an applied data project.
Pathway 2 – Azure Fundamentals with Cyber
This pathway focuses on the core principles of cloud computing, security, and governance within Microsoft Azure. Learners gain an understanding of cloud concepts, Azure services, identity and access management, and security best practices. Practical labs and a cloud-based project help learners build confidence in working with cloud environments and understanding how organisations secure and manage digital infrastructure.
You will engage in a hands-on project that simulates real-world Data or Cyber challenges, providing you with a portfolio to showcase your skills to potential employers.
In addition, you will study for and take the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals certification to evidence your readiness for industry.
Our teachers are ambitious, talented and passionate about making your experience at college the very best it can be.
They are members of Dynamo North East and have up to date industrial experience to share with you, and the energy and enthusiasm to help you to get where you need to be.
Software and AI Teacher, John, said: “Transitioning from industry to teaching has been incredibly rewarding. Sharing real-world skills with bootcamp students and seeing them advance in their careers is why I love what I do.”
Our Digital Technology curriculum is reviewed by a range of employers to ensure that you will develop the skills required to work in the industry.
These include:
As our bootcamps are delivered via a blended approach we ensure that learners have access to industry standard software.
In addition, for in person sessions, our teaching rooms provide a realistic, practical learning environment.
We will support you in preparing applications to develop a career in tech.
Pathway 1 will prepare you for data-driven roles such as junior data analyst, reporting analyst, or data support roles.
Pathway 2 will prepare you for a career as a Cloud Architect, DevOps Specialist, or Cloud Security Engineer, as well as other more general cyber related roles.
All applicants are invited to interview and take part in an initial assessment process to check your suitability for this bootcamp. If you are not successful in gaining a place on this Bootcamp, we may recommend alternative provision.
In addition, all applicants are required to have the following:GCSE English and maths at grade 9-4 (A*-C), or equivalent.
We recommend that learners have at least a Level 3 qualification in an IT/Tech related subject, however, we welcome applications from people without this qualification and will consider your interview and initial assessment performance.
Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college. We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.
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Knowledge
Customer and Personal Service: Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Clerical: Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
English Language: Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Personnel and Human Resources: Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labour relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
Education and Training: Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Median Salary
£32,364
Averge Qualifications
Administration and Management: Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modelling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
£33,136
Sales and Marketing: Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
£18,967
Production and Processing: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Food Production: Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
£17,858
Design: Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Building and Construction: Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Geography: Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
£33,315
Therapy and Counselling: Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counselling and guidance.
Psychology: Knowledge of human behaviour and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioural and affective disorders.
£26,894
People in these occupations provide lodging, travel, and tourism support services and prepare and serve food and beverages.
People in these occupations administrate facilities and personnel, keep records, and provide administrative assistance and secretarial work.
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
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