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Career Tour: Cloud Computing

How do some of the biggest apps use the cloud to work? Explore the specialist role that brings it together.

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Students aged 13+ are welcome to apply!

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Approximately 30 minutes of content

Overview

Ever wondered what ‘the cloud’ actually is? In this Career Tour with Amazon Web Services (AWS), you’ll go behind the scenes to explore the tech, teams and tools that keep the digital world running. Through bite-sized videos, real AWS professionals will show you how cloud computing works - and the careers that make it happen.

From cyber security to sustainability, you’ll learn how your favourite apps, games and online services are powered by data — and protected every step of the way.

What's included?

- Explore how cloud computing actually works

- Learn how data is protected and systems stay safe

- Discover how AWS is reducing it's environmental impact

- participate in interactive quizzes to test your knowledge

Why It’s Worth Your Time

This tour isn’t just about learning how the cloud works - it’s about discovering where you might fit into it. Whether you’re into tech, engineering, problem-solving or sustainability, there’s a career in cloud computing that could be the perfect match for you.

Introduction to Cloud Computing

Computer Networks

Cyber Security

Physical Components of a Computer

Sustainability

About this Bite Sized Career

Introduction to Cloud Computing

Computer Networks

Cyber Security

Physical Components of a Computer

Sustainability

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Career Tour: Cloud Computing

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“I liked seeing the sustainable aspect of civil engineering as well as smart cities where information is transmitted in a number of seconds"

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“I enjoyed the apprenticeship and career pathway section [Module 3]. It gave me more insight into employability skills and how to write a CV”

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