Free Level 2 Cambridge Technical Diploma in IT course in Portsmouth. Classes run at COPC Highbury Campus, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll study seven units covering communication in the IT industry, networking, computer systems, website development, database systems, and how IT supports organisations. The course also includes Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths, plus 5 to 10 days of work experience in industry. To apply, you'll need five GCSEs at grade D or above, including English, maths, and IT, and an interview with the programme team.
Who this course is for
You will study seven units, Functional Skills and undertake work experience relevant to the course. Core Learning Units:- Communicationg in the IT Industry; Working in the IT Industry; Setting up an IT Network; Computer Systems; Website Development; Database Systems and Supporting Organisations through IT. Level 2 Functional Skills:- Literacy and Numeracy. Work Experience: students will spend 5-10 days working in industry. The placement will be meaningful and relevant to the subject area.
Entry requirements
You will need to have 5 GCSEs at grade D, including English, Maths and IT. Evidence of previous work experience would be useful. You will need to be interviewd by a member of the programme team before you can be accepted onto the programme.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to communicate professionally within the IT industry.
You'll explore what it means to work in the IT industry, including roles and responsibilities.
You'll set up and configure an IT network.
You'll study computer systems, including hardware and software components.
You'll build and develop websites.
You'll design and work with database systems.
You'll understand how IT supports organisations and their operations.
You'll develop your English and maths through Level 2 Functional Skills.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at COPC Highbury Campus, full-time during the day. The course is structured around seven units, each assessed through coursework and practical tasks. You'll also complete 5 to 10 days of work experience in an IT environment, which forms part of the programme. Functional Skills in English and maths are assessed separately through their own assessments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. COPC Highbury Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
IT support technician: helping users with hardware and software issues
Junior network administrator: setting up and maintaining office networks
Web content assistant: updating and maintaining websites
IT helpdesk assistant: first-line technical support for organisations
Database administrator assistant: supporting data entry and database management
IT technician: general technical support across business systems
What you could study next
Level 3 Cambridge Technical in IT (OCR): the natural next step, covering more advanced IT topics and opening doors to higher-level roles or university.
T Level in Digital Support Services: a two-year programme combining classroom study with substantial industry placement, suited to those wanting a deeper technical grounding.
Level 3 IT apprenticeship: earn while you learn, applying your skills in a real workplace setting.
