Free BTEC Level 3 Computing Course in Tring

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Computing Course in Tring. Classes run full-time at Tring School over two years.

You'll need a grade 4 or above in GCSE English and Maths to join. The course covers programming languages, data structures, algorithms, and how computer systems are designed and built. You'll also explore the science behind information and computation.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Computing.

Who this course is for

Edexcel - In the BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Computing, students will develop their understanding of both computers and computer systems, how they are designed, constructed, and used. The core study of computing encompasses programming languages, data structures, algorithms and with the underlying science of information and computation. The influence of computing has been profound in shaping the world in which we now live. The use of technology is almost universal among UK businesses, and increasingly businesses are adopting strategic technologies to deliver new opportunities. The professional, scientific and technical sector has shown the largest increase of all broad industry groups between 2012 and 2013, with a particularly large increase for this sector in London. Telecommunications has been the fastest growing part of the information economy sector, growing at 5.7 per cent per annum during the period from 2000 to 2013. There are approximately 1.3 million people working in technology specialist roles in the UK, and technology specialist employment is consistently increasing, growing by 6 per cent (71,000) from 2013 to 2014 alone. The UK is ranked second in the world for technological readiness by the World Economic Forum. The content of this qualification has been developed in consultation with academics to ensure that it incorporates the most up-to-date knowledge and skills to enable progression to higher education. In addition, employers and professional bodies have been consulted on the content development to corroborate its relevance with current industry practice used in computing and related occupational disciplines.

Entry requirements

Grade 4 in GCSE English and Maths

What you will learn

  • You'll study how computer systems are designed, constructed, and used.
  • You'll write and analyse code using programming languages.
  • You'll work with data structures and algorithms.
  • You'll explore the underlying science of information and computation.
  • You'll develop your understanding of how technology shapes modern business and society.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Tring School. The BTEC is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally set exams. Assignments are completed throughout the course and marked by your teachers. External assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Tring School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT Support Technician, diagnoses and fixes hardware and software problems for organisations.
  • Software Developer, designs and builds applications and systems.
  • Junior Web Developer, creates and maintains websites and web-based tools.
  • Network Administrator, manages an organisation's computer networks and infrastructure.
  • IT Technician, provides day-to-day technical support across a business.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Computing, a larger qualification covering more units if you want to go deeper before university.
  • A-Level Computer Science, pairs well with the BTEC for university entry.
  • Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering, the next step toward a graduate career in tech.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing, a work-focused higher education route.