Level 3 BTEC Qualification in IT

This level of national qualification is designed to provide specialist work-related experience and skills that will prepare you for employment or further study at university. The Level 3 qualification is equivalent to A Level study and students have the opportunity to gain an Extended Diploma which is equivalent to 3 A Levels (18 units), or a Diploma which is equivalent to 2 A Levels (12 units).
What Subjects will I study?

A selection of units from:

Communication and Employability Skills for IT, Computer Systems and Information Systems, E-Commerce, Communication Technologies, Systems Analysis and Design, Programming, Project Planning, Spreadsheets and Databases, Website Production and Management, Installing and Upgrading Software, and Computer Animation.

Opportunity will be given in the second year to develop skills in the following areas:
Network Management, Organisational Systems Security, Computer Networks and IT Technical Support or Impact of the Use of IT on Business Systems, Human Computer Interaction, Exploring Business Activity and Business Resources.

There will also be personal tutorials and you mau have the opportunity to attend GCSE/Functional Skills in English and Mathematics.