Computing - Information & Creative Technology - Level 2 - Tonbridge

North Kent College

Oakfield Lane, DARTFORD, DA1 2JT

National Certificate (BTEC / NCFE)

Level 2

Information and Communication Technology

Available start dates

Tuesday, 08 September 2026

North Kent College Tonbridge

1 Year(s)

Full time

Not applicable

Application Instructions

Applications Open - 26th September 2025

Applications Close - 14th August 2026 for application forms - please visit www.northkent.ac.uk if applying after this date for GCSE Open Events and Open Enrolment Dates.

How to Apply - Apply through Careers East Sussex

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

Course Summary

The BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Information & Creative Technology is a generic all round ICT programme for those who do not know what they want to do, but want a qualification that covers a wide variety of ICT topics such as Website Development, Multimedia Products Development and Installing and Maintaining Computer hardware.

Course Details

The qualification has been developed to: - inspire and enthuse learners to become technology savvy - explore the fundamentals of technology and gain the practical skills, knowledge and understanding to make:

* information technology systems and products, e.g. a software program

* creative technology products, e.g. a digital animation

* products that combine information technology and creative technology, e.g. a website and a mobile app. The mandatory units include the following:

- Two externally assessed units; Unit 1 The Online World, Unit 2 Technology Systems and Unit 3 the Digital Portfolio.

This new suite introduces features to meet the needs of educators, employers and the external environment. They are fully aligned with requirements for progression - to further study at level 3, into an apprenticeship or into the workplace. Our Study Programme includes opportunities for you to develop your English and Maths skills as required. You may be expected to complete either functional skills or GCSE qualifications as part of your course depending on your GCSE results.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

You will be assessed by written or practical assignments and online examinations.

Entry requirements

You will need three GCSEs at Grades 3 or above, and English or maths at Grade 4 You will also complete a pre-entry assessment.

Your next steps...

Learners who achieve this qualifications could progress to: BTEC Nat Extended Diploma in IT Level 3 or employment

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