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Free Level 2 Information Technology Course in Birmingham

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Information and Creative Technology Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College, full-time during the day.

The course is free for 16 to 18 year olds. You'll spend most of your time working on computers. Topics include how information is used with new technology, computer skills, and standard software applications. You work both on your own and in small groups. The course takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC First Extended Certificate in Information and Creative Technology.

Who this course is for

This is a full-time one year course. Students will work individually and in small groups. The emphasis is on developing an understanding of the use of information using new technology. Most of the course is done in a practical way on computers. Computer skills and experience in standard applications are covered. Hours of Lessons per Week : 8.7 Indicative Group Size : 18

Entry requirements

Students starting this course should have 2 GCSEs at grade D including English together with 2 GCSEs at grade E or BTEC Level 1 in IT Communication Key Skills Level 1 and a good report. No previous knowledge of computers is needed. The syllabus has been written so that it should appeal equally to female and male students.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop an understanding of how information is used with new technology.
  • You'll build practical skills in standard computer applications.
  • You'll learn to work independently on computer-based tasks.
  • You'll practise collaborating in small groups on digital projects.
  • You'll explore creative and technical approaches to digital content.

How you will learn

Most learning is practical and computer-based. You'll work through tasks individually and in small groups. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC is assessed through coursework and assignments rather than written exams. You'll build a portfolio of work over the year as evidence of your skills.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT support technician, helps users with hardware and software problems.
  • Web designer, builds and maintains websites for businesses.
  • Digital content creator, produces online content for organisations.
  • Data entry administrator, manages and inputs information for employers.
  • Junior network technician, supports office IT systems and networks.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National in Information Technology, a natural next step into deeper technical study.
  • Level 3 IT apprenticeship, combines work and study toward a recognised IT qualification.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production, if you want to focus on the creative side of digital work.
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