BTEC Level 1 Digital Media Course in Croydon. Classes run at Croydon College, full-time during the day over 35 weeks. Fees apply for this course, though you may be eligible for fee remission. You'll explore digital graphics, programming, tech support, and business technology through hands-on, practical work. The course covers a broad range of digital media topics, helping you find which area suits you best. IT skills are in demand across healthcare, finance, entertainment, and many other industries.
Who this course is for
BTEC IT is known for its hands-on, practical approach to learning. You will be actively working with the technology you are studying. Since you will explore different aspects of IT, you can discover which specific area excites you the most. Whether it's programming, tech support, digital graphics or business technology, the course can lead you to areas you might not have considered before. IT is at the heart of almost every industry, from healthcare to entertainment to finance. The skills you learn in BTEC IT are immediately applicable to the real world. You will be able to see how technology is used to solve business problems, improve services and make people's lives easier.
Entry requirements
GCSE grade 9-2 (A*-E) in English and maths.Equivalence of these qualifications will beconsidered. Evidence of a commitment to learn and the ability to study at this level shown at interview.
What you will learn
You'll explore digital graphics tools and techniques.
You'll develop practical skills in programming fundamentals.
You'll learn how technology supports business operations.
You'll work with tech support concepts and troubleshooting.
You'll discover how digital media is used across different industries.
You'll build hands-on experience with industry-relevant software and tools.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on, practical classroom sessions at Croydon College. The BTEC approach means you work directly with the technology you're studying. Assessment is coursework-based, through assignments and projects rather than traditional exams. You'll build a portfolio of work across the different topic areas as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Croydon College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Junior digital content creator, producing graphics and media assets.
IT support technician, helping users with technical problems.
Social media assistant, managing content for businesses.
Digital marketing assistant, supporting online campaigns.
Data entry and admin roles requiring strong IT skills.
Junior web or graphic design assistant in a studio or agency.
What you could study next
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in IT or Digital Media: the natural next step, building on what you've covered and opening more job roles.
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production: if digital content and design is the area you want to focus on.
Functional Skills Maths and English Level 2: useful alongside further study if you want to meet entry requirements for Level 3 courses.
