BTEC First Extended Certificate in Information & Creative Technology (Level 2) Programme
at Newcastle College, Newcastle Upon Tyne · college
What the college says
The course aims to give you the opportunity to gain a broad understanding and knowledge of, and skills in, the Information Technology sector and some aspects of the creative industries (such a web development or games design).
What you need to get on
4 GCSEs D / or 5 (in 2017 GCSEs) orRelevant Level 1 qualification with Merit or aboveor relevant industry experience to Level 1 or aboveIf you are accepted onto this course without a Grade 4 (that's the old Grade C) or above in Maths or English you will be given the opportunity to develop your skills in these subjects. This will be a compulsory part of your timetable.
How you are assessed
One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Lewisham College Main Campus
Lewisham College Main Campus Lewisham Way, London, SE4 1UT
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Start dates
- 2 September 2026 · London
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