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Free Level 2 Digital and IT Skills Course in Islington

CostFREE
Duration37 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Digital and IT Skills Course in Islington. Classes run at Capital City College Holloway Campus, full-time during the day.

You'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or a Level 1 Diploma in IT, to join. The course runs for 37 weeks and covers eight units including website design, cyber security, networking, database design, games development, and computer programming. You'll also study how digital technologies are used across finance, marketing, and manufacturing.

You'll finish with a Gateway Qualifications Diploma in Digital and IT Skills.

Who this course is for

Are you ready to take your digital skills to the next level?The Level 2 Diploma in Digital and IT Skills is your gateway to a successful career in the fast-paced world of technology. This innovative and flexible qualification will give you the essential skills needed to progress in today's digital-driven job market. Whether you want to gain practical employment experience or advance in further studies, this Level 2 course offers dynamic and meaningful training and will make you stand out.Why choose the Level 2 Diploma in Digital and IT Skills?You will master the digital and IT skills employers are seeking.You will gain a respected qualification to boost your career prospects.You will learn at your own pace with a programme designed for real-world application.

Entry requirements

You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above or a Level 1 Diploma in ITAll applicants must have an interview and assessment to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

What you will learn

  • You'll design and build websites using industry-standard tools.
  • You'll explore cyber security principles and how to protect digital systems.
  • You'll learn the fundamentals of networking and how networks operate.
  • You'll design databases and understand how data is stored and managed.
  • You'll write and test computer programs using programming languages.
  • You'll study games design and development from concept to build.
  • You'll use a range of digital technologies across different industry contexts.
  • You'll explore career progression routes in the digital and IT sector.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Capital City College Holloway Campus, Monday and Friday during the day. The course uses a mix of mandatory and optional units. Assessment is through coursework and practical assignments completed across the eight units. All applicants have an interview and assessment before starting to confirm the course is the right fit.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Capital City College Holloway Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT support technician, provides technical help to staff and customers.
  • Junior IT assistant, supports day-to-day IT operations in an organisation.
  • Web designer, builds and maintains websites for businesses.
  • Network support technician, keeps computer networks running smoothly.
  • Digital marketing assistant, uses digital tools to run online campaigns.
  • Database administrator, manages and organises data for an employer.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT, a natural next step for those wanting to specialise further in software, networking, or digital design.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Cyber Security, for those drawn to protecting systems and data.
  • Higher National Certificate in Computing, a college-based route toward a degree-level qualification in IT.
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