Information Technology

To develop the physical, intellectual and emotional well-being of our pupils

The course is designed to give you the skills and knowledge you need to work in a variety of IT roles, such as software development, web design, and network administration. 
You will learn about the latest IT technologies and how to use them to solve real-world problems. The course is also designed to help you develop your transferable skills, such as problem-solving, communication, and teamwork. These skills are essential for success in any career, but they are especially important in the IT industry.

The BTEC International Level

This BTEC International Level 3 course is a vocational qualification that will prepare you for a career in information technology. 

 

Here are some of the benefits of taking the BTEC International Level 3 IT course:

  • You will learn about the latest IT technologies and how to use them to solve real-world problems.
  • You will develop your transferable skills, such as problem-solving, communication, and teamwork.
  • You will be prepared for a career in a variety of IT roles, such as software development, web design, and network administration.

ASSESSMENT

A.

DURATION

2 years

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Pupils must have at least 5 Level 2 qualifications, including English & mathematics

EXAM BOARD

Pearson

ADDITIONAL COSTS

A

ASSESSMENT

A.

DURATION

2 years

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Pupils must have at least 5 Level 2 qualifications, including English & mathematics

EXAM BOARD

Pearson

ADDITIONAL COSTS

A

Make this an IB course?

Add an IB diploma course & CP core modules to this BTEC Extended Diploma for IB recognition.

Course Overview

Over the two years you will gain a practical understanding of how businesses organise themselves, studying areas including the business environment, planning, business accounting and finance, human resource management, marketing and retail. You will also examine how businesses market their products and services, how they recruit and develop their staff, how and why they conduct market research, and how they communicate.

This course is excellent preparation for students who wish to progress to university to study Computer Science, Computer Forensics, Game Design, Multimedia or Information Technology. In addition, pupils are well placed for work or apprenticeships in IT.

Pupils can also progress to higher education degree programmes, such as BTEC:

Pupils can also progress to higher education degree programmes, such as BTEC: