Free BTEC Level 2 Information and Creative Technology Course in Lewisham. Classes run at CTK Emmanuel Sixth Form, full-time during the day. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 9 to 4, including Maths and English at grade 4, to be considered for a place. The course runs for 70 weeks and covers hardware and software, managing data, and the principles of designing and developing digital technologies. You'll also explore areas such as cyber security, programming, social media in business, and IT project management. It's a strong foundation for a degree or career in information systems, computer animation, website design, or database administration.
Who this course is for
This is an excellent course to study if you are considering a degree or career in information systems, computer animation, website design or database administration.
Entry requirements
Four GCSEs grade 9-4, including Maths and English at Grade 4
What you will learn
You'll explore the relationship between hardware and software and how they work together.
You'll learn how to manage and communicate information and data within organisations.
You'll study the principles of designing and developing digital technologies and processes.
You'll cover programming, IT project management, and IT service delivery.
You'll learn about cyber security and incident management.
You'll examine how social media is used in business contexts.
You'll choose optional units from areas such as data modelling, mobile internet technologies, and creative technologies.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based study at CTK Emmanuel Sixth Form. Assessment is both internal and external, using set tasks and examinations. Internal assessment covers coursework and practical tasks completed during the course. External assessment includes set examinations. This mix of assessment methods reflects the Pearson Edexcel BTEC approach, where ongoing work counts alongside formal exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. CTK Emmanuel Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
IT support technician. Troubleshoot hardware and software for organisations.
Junior web designer. Build and maintain websites for businesses or clients.
Data entry administrator. Manage and process information within business systems.
Digital content assistant. Create and manage content across digital platforms.
IT helpdesk assistant. First point of contact for technical queries and issues.
Junior database administrator. Support the management of organisational data.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National in Information Technology. The natural next step, equivalent to one or more A Levels, and a route into university or higher-level IT roles.
T Level in Digital Production, Design and Development. A technical qualification with an industry placement, suited to those wanting hands-on experience in digital and technology sectors.
Level 3 A Levels. Combining IT with subjects such as Business or Maths can strengthen a university application in computing or information systems.
