Information and Creative Technology Certificate Level 2

Besides using a range of academic methods such as writing reports, producing presentations and taking part in disussions, you will design and develop solutions such as a database application, digital graphic products and websites. As part of the programme, you will also have the opportunity to retake GCSE Maths and/or English or follow the Functional Skills route.

There are two mandatory units which are each externally assessed by way of an examination. The other 4 remaining units are internally assessed, each unit having 3 assignments which you will need to complete.

As part of the course requirements, all students must carry out one week work placement. We recommend looking as early as possible for a suitable placement especially if you want to work in the IT field. You will also have be given the opportunity to retake GCSE Maths and/or English or follow the Functional Skills route if required, and will automatically be enrolled on these subjects if you have not achieved a grade 4.

We will review each application on a case-by-case basis to ensure you get a place on the course most suitable for you. One of the ways we do this is through a very effective ‘6 weeks to success programme’ that operates from the first day you start your course. This includes support such as (but not limited to):

• Allowing you to change courses if you change your mind in the first 6 weeks -subject to availability
• Moving you between course levels if you are finding your current level too easy / too hard – subject to availability
• Incorporating English and maths GCSE resits in to your timetable if you haven’t reached the pass grade of 4 or above
• One-to-one reviews with your academic tutor to ensure you are progressing and achieving well

Our course enquiries and admissions team can be contacted at enquiries@stamford.ac.uk should you have any further questions.