Free Level 2 BTEC First Certificate in Information and Creative Technology Course in Bury Saint Edmunds. Classes run at West Suffolk College, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll cover a broad range of IT disciplines, from software development and IT support to eSports, through classroom lessons and practical sessions. To apply, you'll need GCSE passes at grade 3 or 4 and above, including Maths and English at grade 4 or above (or an equivalent qualification).
Who this course is for
If you have an interest in computing and digital technologies, this course is a great introduction to an ever-growing innovative industry.This course will give you a good general introduction to digital technologies and provide the basic skills required to progress into a wide range of courses and pathways, including software development, IT support, and eSports.Over this one-year course, you will experience a broad range of lessons and practical sessions across all IT disciplines in our purpose built and well-equipped computer rooms. The design of the course will offer you hands-on practical engagement with the systems and processes associated to ICT. You will develop both professional and personal development skills giving you the widest possible opportunity to progress within the computing industry.
Entry requirements
A range of GCSE passesgrade 3/4 or above (to include Mathematics or English at the minimum of Grade 4), or an equivalent qualification.Current WSC learnerswith an appropriate Level 1 qualification and either GCSE Mathematics and English at the minimum of Grade 4.Applicants also need to have an interest in and an aptitude for Digital Technologies.
What you will learn
You'll explore the fundamentals of digital technologies across multiple IT disciplines.
You'll develop practical skills in software development concepts.
You'll gain an introduction to IT support principles and practices.
You'll work across creative and technical areas of the digital industry, including eSports.
You'll learn through a mix of classroom lessons and practical sessions covering all areas of IT. The BTEC First Certificate is assessed primarily through coursework and assignments rather than exams, so you'll build a portfolio of work as you progress through the year. West Suffolk College delivers the course full-time during the day.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. West Suffolk College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
IT support technician: first-line helpdesk and technical support roles
Junior web developer: building and maintaining websites and web applications
Digital content creator: producing content across digital platforms
eSports coordinator: supporting competitive gaming events and communities
Data entry administrator: managing and inputting data in office environments
IT technician: maintaining hardware and software in business settings
What you could study next
BTEC National Diploma in Information Technology (Level 3): a natural next step that goes deeper into software development, networking, and systems. Strengthens your options for university or higher-level tech roles.
Level 3 IT apprenticeship: combine on-the-job training with a qualification while earning a wage.
T Level in Digital: a two-year technical qualification with an industry placement, well suited if you want a direct route into employment.
