Computing and IT
Level 2

Information and Creative Technology

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Classroom Vocational Programme
Adult, College 16+
Student type:
Adult, College 16+
Start Date:
September 1st, 2026
Duration:
1 Year
Campus:
Chester Campus, Crewe Campus

The Course

This programme is designed to help you develop the technical, personal and practical skills needed to progress to Level 3 study, including a T Level or an Apprenticeship. Alongside developing your digital skills, you will build confidence, gain experience of the workplace and prepare for your next steps.

As part of the programme, you will complete a Level 2 Certificate in Information and Creative Technology.

Topics include:

  • The Online World
  • Technology Systems
  • A Digital Portfolio
  • Website Development
  • Software Development
  • Mobile App Development

The course provides a practical introduction to different areas of digital technology. From creating websites and mobile apps to exploring software development and technology systems, the programme gives you the opportunity to discover your strengths and develop skills for further study.

Alongside your digital qualification, you will complete a Level 2 Higher Project Qualification and take part in a work placement. Individual development activities will support your personal and social skills, while dedicated maths and English classes will help you continue developing these essential areas.

By the end of the programme, you will have gained a broader range of digital skills, workplace experience and personal development to support your progression to a Level 3 course, T Level or Apprenticeship.

Typically you will need 4 GCSEs at grade 3/D (or above), including a grade 3/2 (D/E) combination for maths and English.

Upon satisfactory completion of the course, you will be able to progress to the T Level in Digital Production and Design. Over the three years of your T Level journey you will gain a range of skills and experience and substantial experience of working for employers which will give you a number of progression options including:

  • Degree programmes at university
  • Skilled employment in more senior roles
  • Higher-level apprenticeships that offer an honours degrees as part of the programme

You could also progress directly onto other Level 3 courses such as:

  • National Extended Diploma in Computing
  • Level 3 apprenticeship

 

£1080

The course fee shown is the co-funded rate which is only available for people living in the local authority areas of Cheshire West and Chester or Cheshire East. If you live outside of these local authorities please contact the College for fee information.

Funding for Adult Courses

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

Higher Education Funding

There is funding available for eligible students.

Do I pay this fee?

Higher Education courses such as HNCs and HNDs can be self-funded through a payment plan. However, for eligible students, a tuition fee loan can fund your course through Student Finance England and you may be eligible for a maintenance loan to support your education.

Please note, you should apply for your loan before the course starts. You only commit to the loan once you begin attending the course.

Find out more about eligibility at Student Finance. For more information, find out on our Higher Education page or get in touch with our Bursary department.

Find out more about funding

Potential Career Pathways

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Top-Up Degrees

Degrees you could enter:

  • Degree 1
  • Degree 2
  • Degree 3

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Start Date:
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Duration:
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Course Level:
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Campus:
Chester Campus
Start Date:
September 1st, 2026
Duration:
1 Year
Course Level:
Level 2
Campus:
Crewe Campus
Start Date:
September 1st, 2026
Duration:
1 Year
Course Level:
Level 2

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The Course

This programme is designed to help you develop the technical, personal and practical skills needed to progress to Level 3 study, including a T Level or an Apprenticeship. Alongside developing your digital skills, you will build confidence, gain experience of the workplace and prepare for your next steps.

As part of the programme, you will complete a Level 2 Certificate in Information and Creative Technology.

Topics include:

  • The Online World
  • Technology Systems
  • A Digital Portfolio
  • Website Development
  • Software Development
  • Mobile App Development

The course provides a practical introduction to different areas of digital technology. From creating websites and mobile apps to exploring software development and technology systems, the programme gives you the opportunity to discover your strengths and develop skills for further study.

Alongside your digital qualification, you will complete a Level 2 Higher Project Qualification and take part in a work placement. Individual development activities will support your personal and social skills, while dedicated maths and English classes will help you continue developing these essential areas.

By the end of the programme, you will have gained a broader range of digital skills, workplace experience and personal development to support your progression to a Level 3 course, T Level or Apprenticeship.

This programme is designed to help you develop the technical, personal and practical skills needed to progress to Level 3 study, including a T Level or an Apprenticeship. Alongside developing your digital skills, you will build confidence, gain experience of the workplace and prepare for your next steps.As part of the programme, you will complete a Level 2 Certificate in Information and Creative Technology.Topics include: The Online World Technology Systems A Digital Portfolio Website Development Software Development Mobile App Development The course provides a practical introduction to different areas of digital technology. From creating websites and mobile apps to exploring software development and technology systems, the programme gives you the opportunity to discover your strengths and develop skills for further study.Alongside your digital qualification, you will complete a Level 2 Higher Project Qualification and take part in a work placement. Individual development activities will support your personal and social skills, while dedicated maths and English classes will help you continue developing these essential areas.By the end of the programme, you will have gained a broader range of digital skills, workplace experience and personal development to support your progression to a Level 3 course, T Level or Apprenticeship.
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FUNDING FOR ADULT COURSES

If you are aged 19+ we can help you upskill and invest in your future with one of our adult courses.

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

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