Tamara Harris

I started my course with STC in BSc (Hons) Computer Science Degree Pathway and I’m now proud to say that I work at Izola Bank as an IT Support Officer. I feel like my time at STC gave me specialized attention which allowed me the opportunity to develop my own skills and ideas and in that sense I was given room to grow. The course itself gave my CV a great deal of credibility and allowed me to develop my career into the position/job I find myself in now. In 5 years’ time I hope to take that even further by pursuing a role or a masters in Computer Science.

Jeremy Scalpello

What are you studying/doing for your career at the moment and how do you feel your time at STC helped you get to where you are now?

Since leaving STC, I started a software development company called Jett Labs. Other than the excellent technical course material, my time at STC helped me to develop my critical thinking and project management skills to allow me to tackle bigger and bigger challenges.

Would you recommend STC to students considering a career in computing and business, if yes, why?

Absolutely. STC allowed me to spend time around many well known professionals in the industry and gather countless pieces of insight and wisdom which have helped me develop my mindset. I have no doubt that STC has helped and will continue to help me achieve the goals I have set for my career.

What position do you see yourself in the next 5 years?

My goal over the next few years is to continue to grow my company and provide high quality services to the Maltese market.

William Vella

I previously studied a Diploma in Computing at STC, after which I have now moved on to Diploma in Cybersecurity. I feel that STC gave me the opportunity to develop my skills knowledge, in the sense that I was given room to grow. In fact, I am now able to say that I work at WilliamHill International as an IT Administrator. The course itself gave my CV a great boost which allowed me to develop my career to the job I am currently in. I hope that in 5 years’ time, I take that further by pursuing a role in Cybersecurity.

Andrei Spiteri

What are you studying/doing for your career at the moment and how do you feel your time at STC helped you get to where you are now?

Since the late 90’s I have always been amazed by computer technology. I used to experiment with my home computer and I learned a lot from trial and error. However, for each time I failed my father had to call the technician who would come home to fix the computer. I remember keeping and an eye on what the technician was doing and taking notes. At the time I didn’t have the opportunity to study computing at school.

In 2018, at the age of 34 years I decided to read for a Diploma in Computing with STC. Returning to school after sixteen years wasn’t easy knowing that I had to juggle between my family, a full-time job and evening classes.

Thankfully STC offered their full support and I am grateful for their commitment towards their students. They turned my two-year journey into an amazing experience.

What position do you see yourself in the next 5 years?
I have chosen STC again for my studies and hopefully in the next couple of years I will obtain a Degree Computer Science as well.

 

 

Adel Radwan

What are you studying/doing for your career at the moment and how do you feel your time at STC helped you get to where you are now?

Pursuing a career in IT has been my ultimate dream, but life has taken me on many different paths. I decided to join STC in October 2020 for a Diploma in Computing, so as to help me progress further at my current workplace at Handson Systems Ltd. My goal is to attain to a higher role with greater responsibility at the company and I believe that the time I am spending at STC will help me achieve this. I would definitely recommend STC to anyone as the lectures are very student-centred, aimed at instilling lifelong skills and practical experiences. Apart from this, I feel that my well-being is always considered and finding a helping hand is always guaranteed when needed. I am sure that by continuing my studies at STC, I will be able to pursue my dream career as a software developer.

Rebecca Cachia

What are you studying/doing for your career at the moment and how do you feel your time at STC helped you get to where you are now?

I had joined STC Higher Education at the start of 2019 where I started the Level 4 Diploma in Computing which I have now completed some time ago. Currently, I am going through my Advanced Diploma Level 5 in Computing (Cybersecurity).
I currently work as an ICT Support Assistant within the Maltese Public Service which is the first scale you can get in the ICT industry within the Public Service. Thanks to STC Higher Education I have completed my first steps towards helping me go up the ladder towards the next step in the field, an ICT Support Officer. With the help of STC, I have a chance to even go beyond that!

Would you recommend STC to students considering a career in computing and business, if yes, why?
From my personal experiences during the past two years and counting, I have always recommended STC to my fellow colleagues and friends who wanted to get a chance to achieve their goals when it came to getting qualifications and a better career. I have found the system and the administration quite helpful and supportive throughout this journey. Further to that, the material that we are provided with as students is more than enough and sufficient to undergo any assignment or exam, including access to an online library which I have found very useful in the past. The staff and administration have been there for me through all the tough times I have endured, especially during the pandemic. I have not only found guidance but I also always found a person to talk to and listen whenever I was in need. To that end, I thank them every day. STC gave me the confidence to grow both as a person and in my career, which was always something that worried me.

What position do you see yourself in the next 5 years?
With their help in the next five year I see myself going into a higher grade within the Public Service such as a Systems Administrator or even a job within the private sector working in the field of Cybersecurity. I would like to thank STC Higher Education for the continuous support that I have been and still being given and the chances in improving myself throughout!

 

Nicole Galea

What are you studying/doing for your career at the moment and how do you feel your time at STC helped you get to where you are now?

I am currently attending the Diploma In Computing with STC Malta. My plan within the next two years is to then go on to earn a degree in computer science.

Would you recommend STC to students considering a career in computing and business, if yes, why?

I strongly recommend STC both for its continuous effort to prioritize individual learning amongst all its students and for the provision of care and respect between its lecturers and students who are pushed to their absolute capacity. I believe STC has helped me achieve and fulfill my current career goals and the credibility of both the school and qualification has also left me feeling open to other opportunities arising.

What position do you see yourself in the next 5 years?
In 5 years time I see myself being fully graduated with both the diploma and degree in hand and in the first year of my new job.

Momo Gurun

What are you studying/doing for your career at the moment and how do you feel your time at STC helped you get to where you are now?

I pursued a Diploma in Computing with STC in 2020 and I am working at a local bank. I had a very valuable time with STC because the course gave me the ability to enhance my object-oriented skills along with general IT techniques that is taking my experience at my job to another level.

Would you recommend STC to students considering a career in computing and business, if yes, why?

STC also caters very well and flexibly to working students who are already working within an industry. The Modules in STC’s courses are well advanced and very relevant to today’s industries, which has allowed me to feel that having a career in Computing and Business will lead to a bright future at no great expense.

What position do you see yourself in the next 5 years?

My goal in 5 years-time is to have successfully finished the bachelor’s degree with STC institute and to be working as a programmer.

Mark Bonello

What are you studying/doing for your career at the moment and how do you feel your time at STC helped you get to where you are now?

I am a Police Officer working in the Major Crimes Unit. I have successfully finished my Diploma in Computing Level 4  with STC on a part-time basis and I have continued to further my studies with STC to gain my Diploma in Computing Level 5 followed by a Degree in Computer Science. The knowledge I have gathered during the course has assisted me in identifying new ways on how law enforcement may benefit from technology to help in crime prevention.

Would you recommend STC to students considering a career in computing and business, if yes, why?
During my time in STC, not only have I gained knowledge and experience but I also met amazing people who helped me build confidence and success in my studies.

I highly recommend STC as your tuition centre; not only because lectures are given by professional lecturers who strive to see you succeed, but also because STC offers highly flexible hours.

I would also like to highlight the capable administrative team at STC who are always there to provide you with any assistance during the course and have proven that not even during a pandemic such as COVID-19 will anything get in the way of our studies and being provided support throughout.

Jonathan Falzon

What are you studying/doing for your career at the moment and how do you feel your time at STC helped you get to where you are now?

After several years working within the IT industry, I am currently occupying the post of IT Manager at a leading FMCG distributor. With all the challenges that this role brings with it, I felt the need to further my knowledge and skills by starting a degree in computer science. Having attended a couple of other short courses with STC earlier in my career, I had already experienced the individualistic and personal approach STC gives to their students. With this in mind, it was an obvious choice for me to choose STC to help me continue my studies.

What position do you see yourself in the next 5 years?

After finishing this course, I hope to further pursue my studies by enrolling for a master’s degree in artificial intelligence.