Training and scholarships for teachers

Computing teachers can give students the understanding and vision to build our digital future. Become a computing teacher or improve your teaching confidence with our courses and scholarships.

Certification and funding

BCS computer teacher scholarships
If you're a trainee secondary school teacher enrolling on a computer science IT course, you could be eligible for funding of up to £29,000.

BCS Subject Knowledge Enhancement course
Are you preparing to teach computer science at secondary school? Develop your subject knowledge on this fully funded online course.

Teaching Teachers Tech: Computing with Python
Helping teachers to effectively teach computer programming at GCSE standard.

Teaching Teachers Tech: Cyber Security Concepts in Practice
Helping teachers and trainers to effectively teach cyber security.

“I'm so glad I was offered a BCS scholarship - I love being a BCS member and feel very valued. I’m enjoying it thoroughly and would encourage anyone in the field to consider teaching and support our amazing next generation.”

Shanthi Swaminathan

Why BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT?

As a computer science teacher you're at the centre of our mission, under royal charter, to ensure everyone in society thrives in the digital world.

We'll accelerate your progression with professional development opportunities, resources, standards and community collaboration. And we will celebrate your achievements through our certification and professional recognition.