THREE teenage computer enthusiasts from a North-East university are swapping PCs for parachutes in the New Year when they take part in a charity skydive.

James King, 18, Craig Snowdon, 19, both from Sunderland, and Colin Atkinson, 19, of Hetton-le-Hole, County Durham, all joined as modern apprentices in the University of Sunderland's IT department, and have remained firm friends ever since.

Now they are taking a leap into the unknown for charity. They are taking part in a sponsored skydive to raise funds for Skill, a national charity dedicated to helping disabled students make the most of their learning and employment opportunities.

James, Colin and Craig plan to make their jump at the end of February.

Anyone who would like to sponsor them can contact 0191-515 2992