TechFirst
The government’s flagship tech skills programme opening pathways into the UK’s fast-growing tech sector.
TechFirst is the government’s flagship tech skills programme opening pathways into the UK’s fast-growing tech sector. It is delivered in partnership with the digital and tech sector and focused on ensuring local impact across all regions and devolved nations of the UK.
If you are an employer looking to make a commitment to entry level opportunities, a teacher looking to bring TechFirst initiatives to your school, or a student looking to apply for a TechFirst scholarship, you’ll find more information below.
TechFirst helps young people gain practical skills, get confident with AI and explore future careers in tech.
Find out about TechFirst for schools
TechFirst is piloting a new scheme to help young people at risk of not being in employment, education or training to access digital apprenticeships.
Find out about the TechFirst AI Apprenticeship Pathway
TechFirst scholarships offer financial support and work experience to help students from all backgrounds kickstart a career in tech.
Find out about TechFirst Undergraduate Scholarship
TechFirst is opening doors into research with financial support and training.
Find out about TechFirst Doctoral Support
TechFirst connects local businesses with skilled talent.
Find out about TechFirst Local
TechFirst is supporting more women to begin - and return - to a rewarding career in tech.
Find out about the TechFirst Women’s Programme
The TechFirst Community is a network of employers, education and community organisations working with us to nurture tech talent.
Find out about joining the TechFirst Community