Level 2
College 16+
Digital Development and Computing
Digital Development Level 2
This course is ideal if you are looking to develop specialist computing skills within the fast-paced IT industry.
- Attendance - Full-time
- Duration - 1 year
- Start Date - September - June
- Where - Huddersfield Centre, Springfield Sixth Form Centre
COURSE
OVERVIEW
This course provides you with the first steps into an exciting career within the IT industry. You will be taught by passionate IT practitioners who bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the course.
You will gain an understanding of the online world through learning about the main technologies and processes behind the Internet and how they come together to let you view websites and send information worldwide.
You will also have the opportunity to develop an online digital portfolio as an exciting onscreen way to showcase your achievements and work to potential employers or when applying for a further course.
There will be a number of specialist guest speakers from the industry that will provide you with a detailed insight of the sector.
Finance and Funding
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Entry Requirements
A minimum of 4 GCSEs with the following grades: English and maths at 3 or above and 2 other GCSEs at 3 or above.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
Assessment Methods
You will be assessed through online exams, practical demonstrations, presentations, observations, written assessments and report writing.
Course Progression
Software Development Level 3
Career Progression
Upon successful completion of this course you can progress onto the Level 3 IT course or Apprenticeship.
WHAT CAREER PATHWAYS CAN THIS COURSE LEAD TO
Wide range of jobs in this industry
Excellent choice of employers in this industry
Qualifications & levels explained
There is a wide range of qualifications and levels available, but not all of them may be right for you. If you’re not sure what qualification type or level you should be searching for, take a look at our qualifications explained.
Find the perfect career
We can help you find that perfect career even if you’re not sure what it is yet! At Kirklees College, our mission is to make you as successful as you can be, from finding the right career to gaining the right skills.