IT Career Guide

Best Careers to Switch Into

An honest comparison of the best UK careers to switch into, why IT is one of the most realistic options for people with no specific prior background.

The "best" career to switch into depends on what you value, but IT genuinely stands out on a few specific, practical measures: low barrier to entry (no degree required), strong salary progression, and a well-defined, learnable path. Compared to many alternatives that require years of unpaid training or a specific degree, that combination is rare.

What you need to know

IT support requires no degree, unlike most professional career switches (law, teaching, medicine, accountancy)

A defined, learnable 3-month path exists, rather than an open-ended "figure it out" transition

Entry-level IT support salaries typically start around £23,000, with realistic progression to £45,000-£65,000+

Weekend-only training means you keep your current income throughout the transition

IT support skills transfer into many specialisations later (security, cloud, project management), keeping options open

Weekend only

Sat & Sun schedule

Small cohorts

Max 8 students

20 AI tools

Included free

Ready to start?

The September 2026 cohort is now enrolling. Small cohorts fill fast.

See the IT Career Programme