Free courses available to UK/home students, and those with the legal right to work in the UK, through Government grant funding. Eligibility criteria applies. [Image credit: Pexels]
In partnership with Creative Process Digital, a Brighton based digital skills company, students can take part in a free training course this summer to develop an essential toolkit of digital and creative skills. Places are limited and courses are subject to availability and change. You are encouraged to register early.
Why should I take part?
These courses are classroom-based at the Creative Process Digital training centre in central Brighton – making them the perfect way to upskill if you are staying in Brighton over the summer!
Various programme dates are available, and most courses are open to students at all levels, including complete beginners. Each course is led by industry-leading certified tutors, and you can also access individualised support from Learning Support Assistants.
The courses are valued between £2600-3600, but are free to participants via Government grant funding. Eligibility criteria applies.
What courses are available?
These are two types of courses:
Digital Skills Bootcamps take place 1 day a week over 8-12 weeks, with a certification at the end. Bootcamps include:
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Software Development (Intermediate Level)
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Video Gaming Technical Art
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More bootcamps on topics such as AI for Business and Google Digital Marketing and Analytics are currently full, but new dates may open up later in the year – check back later.
Accelerators take place on a full-time or part-time basis over 3-6 weeks, and you will receive an accredited Level 2 Diploma on completion. Choose between:
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Digital Accelerator Programme
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Video Accelerator Programme
What do previous students have to say about their experience?
“I found the staff very helpful and kind and happy to always give feedback.I’ve had the opportunity to develop my creative and digital design skills through hands-on learning, exploring Adobe software such as Adobe Express, InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.” – 2026 participant
“I thoroughly enjoyed the Video Accelerator; it was a nice change of pace from university learning but with no less knowledge delivered. The course was quite intense but the emphasis was on learning rather than performance.” – 2025 participant
“It was very engaging and informative” – 2026 participant
“I enjoyed the Digital Accelerator as I learned a lot of new skills that will be able to help me in the future. The tutors and learning support assistant were all very nice and helpful.” – 2025 participant
“I found the course really helpful for understanding video software!” – 2025 participant
“It was very fun and involved. The instructor seems to actually enjoy the subject and gives good feedback. I loved the activities of going out to shoot.” – 2025 participant
Eligibility
Eligibility criteria apply, due to the Government grant funding model.
You can only enrol in one Bootcamp and one Accelerator per financial year.
You must be 19 or over on or before 31 August 2025, must have the legal right to work in the UK, and must not be on a student or graduate visa.
International student? Or interested in other course subjects?
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About Career Lab
Career Lab is a programme open to all Sussex taught students. It is a series of opportunities designed to develop your skills, experience, connections and confidence throughout your time at Sussex including the student consultancy programme, summer internships, and digital skills training. Find out more about Career Lab opportunities.