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ICT First Certificate Level 2

at West Suffolk College, Bury St. Edmunds · college

Level 2Applied and BTECFirst Certificate1 yearFull time

What the college says

If you have an interest in computing and digital technologies, this course is a great introduction to an ever-growing innovative industry.This course will give you a good general introduction to digital technologies and provide the basic skills required to progress into a wide range of courses and pathways, including software development, IT support, and eSports.Over this one-year course, you will experience a broad range of lessons and practical sessions across all IT disciplines in our purpose built and well-equipped computer rooms. The design of the course will offer you hands-on practical engagement with the systems and processes associated to ICT. You will develop both professional and personal development skills giving you the widest possible opportunity to progress within the computing industry.

What you need to get on

A range of GCSE passesgrade 3/4 or above (to include Mathematics or English at the minimum of Grade 4), or an equivalent qualification.Current WSC learnerswith an appropriate Level 1 qualification and either GCSE Mathematics and English at the minimum of Grade 4.Applicants also need to have an interest in and an aptitude for Digital Technologies.

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

  • West Suffolk College

    Out Risbygate, BURY ST EDMUNDS, IP33 3RL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · BURY ST EDMUNDS

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