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Free Level 2 Coding Course Online – West London College

CostFREE
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Coding Course. Study online. You can log in and study whenever suits you, so the course fits around work, family, or other commitments. Over 12 weeks, you'll build a solid understanding of how code works, covering the fundamental principles and practices behind the apps, websites, and platforms we use every day. Assessment is done through an online portfolio, and you'll get written feedback from an assigned assessor. This free coding course for adults is open to anyone aged 19 or over who is eligible to study in the UK.

Who this course is for

Adults (19+)

Entry requirements

You will need to be:

aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you wish to study be eligible to study in the UK, with 'in-date' evidence that shows that you will be resident in the UK for the duration of the course and not currently studying an apprenticeship programme

You will also need access to a computer (laptop or desktop), and a stable internet connection, to access our interactive online learning platform.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the core principles behind how code is written and structured.
  • You'll explore how coding underpins digital products such as apps, websites, and platforms.
  • You'll develop knowledge of coding practices used in real digital environments.
  • You'll build a foundation for further study in digital and tech subjects.

How you will learn

You'll study through an interactive online learning platform, available at any time. Assessment is by an online portfolio of evidence, which includes written tasks and essay-style questions. An assessor will mark your work and give you written feedback throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a laptop or desktop computer and a stable internet connection to access the online learning platform. West London College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Junior web developer: entry-level role building and maintaining websites.
  • Junior software tester: checking code and reporting bugs in software.
  • Digital content assistant: creating and managing online content.
  • IT support technician: helping users with technical and software issues.
  • Data entry and systems administrator: managing digital records and platforms.

What you could study next

A Level 2 coding qualification gives you a grounding to move into more technical study. You could progress to a Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Digital Technologies or IT, or look at a Level 3 qualification in Software Development. If you're interested in higher education, some Access to Higher Education Diplomas in computing or digital subjects could be a next step toward a university course.

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