Level 1 Diploma in
Computing and Information Security

To enrol on a Level 1 Diploma, applicants should demonstrate a positive attitude towards learning and a commitment to developing the fundamental skills required for their chosen area of study. Typically, applicants will have:

• Studied a GCSE programme or be able to demonstrate that they are working at or towards Level 1.

Applicants without formal qualifications may be invited to complete an initial assessment in English and maths to determine the most suitable level of study.

You’ll study a range of IT applications, with introductory subjects including:

• Improving productivity using IT - learn to use IT systems and software efficiently to complete planned tasks
• IT user fundamentals - carry out routine maintenance of IT systems and respond to routine IT system problems
• Software fundamentals - select and use software applications to meet needs and solve problems
• Design and imaging software - learn to use software tools to create, manipulate and edit designs and images
• MS Office - enter, edit and combine information accurately within Microsoft office programmes
• Website software - plan, create and publish web pages to the Internet or an intranet using website software tools to structure and format web pages
• Employability skills - explore self-management, team working, customer awareness, problem solving and communication

In line with new Government policies, to make sure the UK is prepared for a world where almost every role will need an element of digital skills by 2023, this qualification will now factor in basic and general digital skills. These skills are specifically required for IT job roles across the economy and will ensure you are prepared for demanding job roles.

You can progress to the Level 2 Diploma in Information and Creative Technology, where you will continue to develop the skills needed to eventually work in specialisms such as: technician, games designer and support, internet/web professional and many more.

For more information visit the National Careers Service.