Level 2
Computing and Cyber Security Certificate Level 2
This course is designed for adults looking to return to education, gain in-demand digital skills, or transition into a new career in cybersecurity and computing. Whether you’re starting fresh or building on existing knowledge, the…
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Course overview
This course is designed for adults looking to return to education, gain in-demand digital skills, or transition into a new career in cybersecurity and computing. Whether you’re starting fresh or building on existing knowledge, the programme offers a supportive, college-style learning environment with a strong focus on practical, real-world skills.
Topics you will be covering:
- Website Design
- Cybersecurity
- Introduction to Programming
- IT Technical Support
- Digital Skills Career Progressioner
How to apply
Find out more about our A Level pathways and how to apply
Who is this course for?
This programme is open to any adult and there are many funding opportunities, please contact the student admin team or come in to one of the college sites to discuss with Student Services. This is a classroom, once a week course and students are expected to conduct independent study outside of the classroom. The course also requires students to use AI ethically when writing reports and submitting their work – this will be discussed in class.
What you’ll learn
This programme is designed to teach you the knowledge, skills and understanding of the fundamentals of Computing and Cyber Security pathways. You will investigate the accidental and malicious security threats that exist to IT systems and data. They will learn about system vulnerabilities and the tools and techniques used to protect users from risks and potential damage, including loss of data, loss of data integrity and unauthorised access to data.
You will also investigate website design and plan, design and create their own website in response to a client brief. They will test and refine the website against the client brief and review their own performance. In the programming unit learners will learn about the principles of computer programming to understand how programming works. They will develop text-based programming skills to design and develop their own computer program. the qualification you will achieve: Extended Certificate in Digital and IT Skills
Entry requirements
There are no formal qualifications that are required.
Applicants are expected to have a level of English and Maths so you can write reports, presentations and participate in practical’s. You would also be expected to be digitally confident, although no formal computing qualifications are required.
Future career and study
Successful completion of this course can lead to further study opportunities within Cyber Security Development, possible the L3 in Cyber Security.
The qualification also enables progression into a variety of entry or junior roles and/or careers such as a Network Engineer and Security Intelligence Officer. This qualification is also designed to enhance confidence and soft skills, such as, working in teams, problem solving, communication and time-management.
Additional costs
As a City of Bristol College student, you may incur additional costs to attend your course. For example, it is likely that you may need to pay for travel and stationery.