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  • Full Time
  • Level 2

BTEC First Diploma in Information and Creative Technology Level 2

Applications for full time 2025/26 courses are now closed.

2026/27 applications will open in November 2025.

Subject Area
Computing and Digital Technology
Duration
1 year
Mode of study
Full Time
Level
2

Course Overview

You will have the opportunity to gain a broad knowledge and understanding of, and develop skills in, the information technology sector and some aspects of the creative industries sector.

… You want to pursue a career in IT

… You want to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal skills and attributes essential for success in your working life.

… You have a keen interest in computing and information technology

The course consists of a range of units including:

  • The online world (exam)
  • Technology systems (exam)
  • A digital portfolio
  • Creating digital animation
  • Creating digital graphics
  • Database development
  • Computer networks
  • Software development
  • Multimedia product development
  • Computational thinking
  • Computing in the workplace

The course is assessed through examinations as well as practical and written assignments. Overall you’ll achieve:

  • Level 2 Information and Creative Technology
  • Appropriate supporting qualifications to broaden your skill set and meet the needs of industry
  • Skills Activities
  • Maths and English

To enrol, you’ll need a minimum of 4 GCSEs grade D or above to include either Maths/Numeracy or English/Welsh First Language; or an appropriate Level 1 Diploma qualification in the relevant vocational area to include either GCSE Maths/Numeracy or English/Welsh First Language grade

Full commitment to attendance is required. Respect for others, enthusiasm for the subject and self-motivation are the essential qualities we expect to see in all our learners. You will be continually assessed and there is an expectation that you will continue your studies and coursework during your own time.

Employment in the IT sector or further study such as the Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in IT.

Minimum of 4 GCSEs grade D or above to include either Maths/Numeracy or English/Welsh 1st Language; or an appropriate Level 1 Diploma qualification in the relevant vocational area to include either GCSE Maths/Numeracy or English/Welsh 1st Language grade

Blaenau Gwent Learning Zone

Course Code
EFBD0067AA
Duration
1 year
Mode of study
Full Time

Crosskeys Campus

Course Code
CFBD0067AA
Duration
1 year
Mode of study
Full Time

Torfaen Learning Zone

Course Code
PFBD0067AA
Start time
09:00
Duration
1 year
End time
17:00
Mode of study
Full Time
Day(s)
Monday to Wednesday

City of Newport Campus

Course Code
NFBD0067AA
Start time
09:00
Duration
1 year
End time
17:00
Mode of study
Full Time
Day(s)
Tuesday to Friday

All courses may be subject to change and cancelled if deemed not viable to run.

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