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Computing Level 2

Course code: P04501

Subject area: Computing & Digital Technologies

Study level: School Leaver

Course level: 2

Course details

Course time:

09:00 - 17:00

Days of week:

Monday to Friday

Course date:

7th Sept 2026 - 2nd Jul 2027

Course location:

Abingdon Campus

Contact details

Email:

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

Phone:

01235 555 585

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This course will help you take your first steps towards a career in the Digital Technology industry. Through a combination of practical experience and written assignments, the course provides learners with the knowledge, skills and understanding needed for a successful career in this fast-paced industry sector.
Using our state-of-the-art facilities, you will learn a range of technical, practical and academic skills in order to prepare you for a career in the industry, an apprenticeship or further study. The course focuses on common computer applications and the technical skills valued by employers in the workplace which will enable you to become a vocationally trained and an adaptable individual in this challenging and fast-moving industry.
Course units
Health and Safety in the Workplace

Digital Safety and Security

Cyber Security

HTML and CSS Basics

Computational Thinking Concepts

Programming Fundamentals

Software Testing Principles

Introduction to Big Data

Understanding the uses of social media for business

Working with colleagues

Solving Work-Related Problems

What next?
You have different options. You can progress to the T Level in Digital Production, Design and Development, go into an Apprenticeship or study an alternative level 3 qualification within Further Education.
Entry criteria
4 GCSES at grade 3 including English or Maths OR a Level 1 pass in a related subject plus English or Maths, and both English and Maths must be at least grade 2 / Level 1 Functional Skills.
Fee information
As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 216 400 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

16-18 Fee:

£0.00

Co-Funded Fee (19+)

£2,486.40

Reduced Fee (19+)

£0.00

Qualifications received
OCNLR Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Professions in Digital Industries and Technology

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