IT: Information and Creative Technology

LEVEL 2

This is a full time programme which is studied over one year.

This course concentrates on developing the individual to use advanced IT that has become part of everyday life in the commercial world. You will develop your knowledge of IT, and enhance your skills ready for further study or employment.

 

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Key topics

  • the online world

  • technology systems

  • a digital portfolio

  • mobile apps development

  • website development

  • installing and maintaining computer hardware

  • installing and maintaining computer software

  • building a personal computer 

  • IT work experience

You will

  • learn how different businesses use technology

  • develop concepts into real software

  • create multimedia apps

  • take part in a work experience placement

+ Entry requirements

Successful completion of a broad range of GCSEs

These must include:

  • Maths at grade 3
  • one other related subject at grade 3

All students on a Level 2 course will also be studying towards GCSE Maths and or English if they have a grade 3 or below at GCSE.

+ Assessment

Assessment methods include:

  • Coursework
  • Exams
  • Controlled Assessments

+ Why study at NewVIc

NewVIc has over 1000 PCs and technical devices dedicated to students. There has also been heavy investment in our technical infrastructure to keep up-to-date with the latest technological advances. We are on track to becoming completely wireless across the whole campus to allow students to work from any location.

Best in the country

Our Computer Science programme is in the top 10% for all providers across the UK. Our Networking and System support has been in the top 15% for the past six years, improving continuously in teaching and professional experiences.

Develop in demand skills

  • IT is at the forefront of all future careers.
  • The development of IT has reached all industries and your skills can be transferred to almost all job roles.
  • Learn computerised languages for programming, coding and software development including Java, C# and .net

Unique links and partnerships

  • IBM
  • London South Bank University

Expert practitioners

The IT team has over 100 years of teaching experience, supporting students with university applications, apprenticeships and employment. Over 40% of the IT team are also external verifiers for the vocational programmes, providing expertise and knowledge to the subject.

+ How we support you

Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college.

We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.

Our specialist teams can help with:

  • Learning difficulties
  • Physical and sensory disabilities
  • Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD, Aspergers or other specific learning difficulties
  • Mental health, counselling and wellbeing
  • Exam access arrangements
  • Money, finance and bursary advice
  • Careers advice, job and university applications

+ Next steps

Successful students can move on to an advanced IT programme, for example the Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT. This can lead to university or technology-related employment such as IT networking, management information systems or as a desktop technician.

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