Digital IT Skills Level 1
at Suffolk New College, Ipswich · college
What the college says
The purpose of these qualifications is to develop the transferable skills, attributes and behaviours needed to progress to further study and ultimately to employment. You will learn using modern software packages, which include Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, elements of the Adobe Suite including Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Flash, and Camtasia. Learners could be given opportunities to carry out practical tasks, present information that they have gathered, keep working logbooks, records and reflective journals, practise English and mathematical skills, take part in oral or written presentations, take part in role play, interviews and other activities.
What you need to get on
Two GCSEs at Grade 1 including maths and/or English, or demonstrate the ability to work towards Level 1 in maths and English in an assessment.
How you are assessed
Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.
What this level means
A first step that builds towards Level 2.
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
Suffolk New College
100 Rope Walk, Ipswich, IP4 1LT
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Start dates
- 14 September 2026 · Ipswich
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