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Level 2 Computing & IT

at Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, Wakefield · other provider

Level 2Applied and BTECEdexcel First Extended Certificate (2012 onwards)1 yearFull time

What the college says

The future isn't just coming – it's here, powered by technology that's evolving faster than ever before. What does this mean for you? It means the skills that will set you apart are changing, and digital literacy is the new essential. Forget the old definition of "educated." In today's world, being able to navigate, create, and communicate in the digital realm is just as vital as reading and writing. Digital literacy isn't just about using apps; it's about harnessing the power of technology to solve real-world problems, collaborate with minds across the globe, and build the innovations of tomorrow. No matter your dream career – from healing patients as a doctor to arguing cases as a lawyer, inspiring minds as a teacher, or leading a business – digital fluency will be your indispensable advantage. This course is designed to give you that edge, providing a rock-solid foundation in Computing & IT. Imagine having the power to design and build programs that solve everyday challenges, to understand and interpret the vast ocean of data that shapes our world, and to manage complex projects in the fast-paced digital landscape. That's what you'll gain here. But we go beyond just the technical. You'll also cultivate crucial transferable skills that will make you a standout in any field: the ability to tackle complex problems with innovative solutions, to think critically and make informed decisions, and to collaborate effectively within any team. These are the skills that employers acti

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at Grade 9-3, including English and Maths. OR English and Maths at a minimum of Level 1 and successful completion of a relevant Level 1 qualification at Merit Grade.

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

  • Wakefield College

    Margaret Street, Wakefield, WF1 2DH

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  • Selby College

    Selby College Abbots Road, Selby, YO8 8AT

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Start dates

  • 30 September 2026 · Wakefield
  • 30 September 2026 · Selby

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