Build practical digital and IT knowledge with online courses covering coding, cyber security, data protection and other digital skills.
The courses are suitable for adults who want to build confidence with technology, develop knowledge for work or explore further IT study.
Eligible adults in England may be able to study a funded Level 2 course at no cost. Explore the available IT courses and check the individual course page for qualification and eligibility details.
Explore online IT and digital courses covering coding, cyber security, data protection and digital marketing.
Each course develops knowledge in a different area, so choose the subject that best matches your current experience and what you want to learn next.
Depending on the course you choose, you could develop your understanding of:
You do not necessarily need previous professional IT experience to start developing digital skills.
If you are new to the subject, choose a course that introduces its core principles before looking for more advanced or role-specific training.
Coding, cyber security and data protection can all provide useful starting points depending on the area of technology that interests you.
A coding course can introduce programming concepts and help you understand how code is structured and used.
Cyber security learning focuses on digital threats, online security and the principles used to help protect information and systems.
The Data Protection and Data Security course explores responsibilities around personal data, information security and safe handling of information.
Digital marketing sits between business and technology and can be useful if you are interested in websites, online promotion and digital channels.
Start with the topic that most closely matches your goal.
Choose Coding if you want to understand programming.
Choose Cyber Security if online threats and information security interest you.
Choose Data Protection & Data Security if your priority is understanding how organisations handle and protect information.
Choose Digital Marketing if you are more interested in using technology for promotion and business communication.
Eligible adults in England may be able to access funded online Level 2 courses.
Funding varies by location, circumstances, provider and current availability. The exact qualification and assessment requirements are shown on each individual course page.
Yes. Eligible adults in England may be able to study funded online IT courses at no cost. Funding depends on your eligibility, location and current provision.
Yes. Courses covering the principles of coding, cyber security and data protection can be suitable for adults building their knowledge of a subject. Check the individual course requirements before applying.
Many IT courses available through Free Courses in England lead to a Level 2 certificate or qualification after successful completion. Check the individual course page for the exact title.
Choose according to the area you want to develop. Coding focuses on programming concepts, Cyber Security on digital threats and security, Data Protection & Data Security on information responsibilities and Digital Marketing on online promotion.
Yes. The courses can support adults who are already working as well as those developing new digital knowledge. Funding eligibility is assessed separately.
A Level 2 knowledge course can support skills development but does not guarantee employment or qualify you for every technical IT role. Different careers have different experience and qualification requirements.
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