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Level 2 Information Technology Course in South Shields

Cost£1,080.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Oct 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Information and Creative Technology Course in South Shields. Classes run at South Tyneside College, full-time during the day.

This Pearson Edexcel BTEC covers digital skills, creative technology, and IT fundamentals. You'll explore topics such as web design, digital communication, and how technology is used in the real world. The course takes one year to complete.

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

Who this course is for

Programme Title = SICT | Course Title = Information Technology Courses (STC) | Qualification Aim Reference = 60060724 | Qualification Aim Title = BTEC First Extended Certificate in Information and Creative Technology | College Delivery Area = STEM Motor Vehicle and Green Initiatives (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)

Entry requirements

No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical digital skills used across a range of industries.
  • You'll learn how to design and build basic websites.
  • You'll explore how organisations use information technology.
  • You'll study digital communication and media production.
  • You'll understand how to keep data and systems secure.
  • You'll practise problem-solving in technology contexts.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical projects, and assignments. Assessment is mainly coursework-based, so you build a portfolio of work over the year. There are no formal written exams for most units. You'll complete tasks that reflect real digital and creative technology work.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Tyneside College 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.
  • Web designer, creates and maintains websites for businesses.
  • Digital content creator, produces online content across social media and websites.
  • Junior network technician, supports computer networks in an organisation.
  • IT administrator, manages software, hardware, and user accounts.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National in Information Technology, a natural next step that goes deeper into networking, programming, and systems.
  • Level 3 BTEC National in Creative Digital Media Production, for those drawn to the creative side of the course.
  • T Level in Digital Production, Design and Development, a technical qualification combining study with industry placement.
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