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Creative Computing – Level 2

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Level 2 IT students working on computers
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QF2IT
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  • Is this course for you?

    If you have a serious interest in using computers in creative and diverse ways and want to study at out Cannock or Tamworth campus, then this course is for you. This course will give you a broad range of skills which revolve around using computers to produce creative content. This will include digital graphics, animation, 3D technology, web design and game development, including programming and introductory IT skills. You may also be involved in creative exhibitions, gaming competitions and mini esports events. This course is perfect for someone who isn’t sure what they want to do for a career but wants to study a broad range of skills related to using computers.

  • Required qualifications

    For the Level 2 Diploma and Extended Diploma you will need 3 GCSE’s at a Grade 3 or more including maths and English.

  • What skills will I develop?

    • 2D and 3D Animation
    • VFX
    • Programming
    • Digital Graphics
    • Sound Application
    • 3D Technology
    • Virtual Reality
    • Front End Web Development
    • Game Development
    • Introductory IT Skills
    • Skills to Record and Edit Video
  • Careers

    This course can lead onto our Level 3 Creative Computing or Technical Computing courses, or entry level IT/creative careers.

  • Work experience

    Our dedicated work experience team are here to help and support you in finding a meaningful work experience opportunity.

    Recent studies have shown that employers consider work experience to be extremely desirable. Whilst qualifications are hugely important, employers also require candidates to have skills and experience necessary for the workplace.

    Preparing you for the working world is very important to us, so that you may be successful in your next step.

    Work experience placements provide you with the opportunity to develop your skills; have a better understanding of the industry you want to work in and give you an insight into what it is like to be employed. They can also be great fun and very rewarding and you may even be offered a great reference, a part–time job, holiday working hours, apprenticeships or full-time jobs.

    Once you start your course you will be provided with further information about work experience programmes, but it is never too early for you to start thinking about work experience placements and finding an employer who will offer you an opportunity.

    Work experience is an opportunity for you to gain experience in your chosen career path in order to develop relevant skills. Equally, it also helps you to acquire employability skills, attitudes and behaviours that are essential for future employment. There will be an opportunity for you to reflect on your performance during work experience and you will receive some form of reference/feedback from the employer.

  • English and maths

    If you have not achieved your intended grade for maths and English, you will have the opportunity to continue studying these at the college.

    You will also be developing these skills within your study programme. Some examples of extending your English and maths skills include:

    Maths

    • Learning how to code using various variable types including integers and floating point numbers
    • Working with audio production using BPM measurements and various time signatures
    • Using programming logic and maths to complete complex problems
    • Working in 3D space (X, Y and Z)

    English

    • Research skills and essay writing are key attributes that will be used extensively throughout the course
    • Presentation skills will also be sued throughout certain course projects. Therefore, your communication and listening skills will be utilised and enhanced as you progress
  • Other important information

    This course is new for the 2024/2025 academic year. Be part of something special with the launch of the course. If you study at out Tamworth site, you will be among the first cohorts to study there.

  • Is this course for you?

    If you have a serious interest in using computers in creative and diverse ways and want to study at out Cannock or Tamworth campus, then this course is for you. This course will give you a broad range of skills which revolve around using computers to produce creative content. This will include digital graphics, animation, 3D technology, web design and game development, including programming and introductory IT skills. You may also be involved in creative exhibitions, gaming competitions and mini esports events. This course is perfect for someone who isn’t sure what they want to do for a career but wants to study a broad range of skills related to using computers.

  • Required qualifications

    For the Level 2 Diploma and Extended Diploma you will need 3 GCSE’s at a Grade 3 or more including maths and English.

  • What skills will I develop?

    • 2D and 3D Animation
    • VFX
    • Programming
    • Digital Graphics
    • Sound Application
    • 3D Technology
    • Virtual Reality
    • Front End Web Development
    • Game Development
    • Introductory IT Skills
    • Skills to Record and Edit Video
  • Careers

    This course can lead onto our Level 3 Creative Computing or Technical Computing courses, or entry level IT/creative careers.

  • Work experience

    Our dedicated work experience team are here to help and support you in finding a meaningful work experience opportunity.

    Recent studies have shown that employers consider work experience to be extremely desirable. Whilst qualifications are hugely important, employers also require candidates to have skills and experience necessary for the workplace.

    Preparing you for the working world is very important to us, so that you may be successful in your next step.

    Work experience placements provide you with the opportunity to develop your skills; have a better understanding of the industry you want to work in and give you an insight into what it is like to be employed. They can also be great fun and very rewarding and you may even be offered a great reference, a part–time job, holiday working hours, apprenticeships or full-time jobs.

    Once you start your course you will be provided with further information about work experience programmes, but it is never too early for you to start thinking about work experience placements and finding an employer who will offer you an opportunity.

    Work experience is an opportunity for you to gain experience in your chosen career path in order to develop relevant skills. Equally, it also helps you to acquire employability skills, attitudes and behaviours that are essential for future employment. There will be an opportunity for you to reflect on your performance during work experience and you will receive some form of reference/feedback from the employer.

  • English and maths

    If you have not achieved your intended grade for maths and English, you will have the opportunity to continue studying these at the college.

    You will also be developing these skills within your study programme. Some examples of extending your English and maths skills include:

    Maths

    • Learning how to code using various variable types including integers and floating point numbers
    • Working with audio production using BPM measurements and various time signatures
    • Using programming logic and maths to complete complex problems
    • Working in 3D space (X, Y and Z)

    English

    • Research skills and essay writing are key attributes that will be used extensively throughout the course
    • Presentation skills will also be sued throughout certain course projects. Therefore, your communication and listening skills will be utilised and enhanced as you progress
  • Other important information

    This course is new for the 2024/2025 academic year. Be part of something special with the launch of the course. If you study at out Tamworth site, you will be among the first cohorts to study there.

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  • Creative Computing UAL Level 2

    Cannock College

    Start Date: September

    Code: QCF2IT

    Full Time: 35 Weeks

    Day(s): Usually 3-4 days per week

  • Creative Computing UAL Level 2

    Tamworth College

    Start Date: September

    Code: QTF2IT

    Full Time: 35 Weeks

    Day(s): Usually 3-4 days per week