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Free BTEC Level 3 IT Course in Brighton

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 IT Course in Brighton. Classes run at Varndean College, full-time over two years.

The course covers cyber security, database design, IT systems, and web development using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. You'll work with industry-standard software and explore how technology affects business. Some units are assessed by exam; others are assessed through coursework.

You'll need a Grade 4 in GCSE Maths to apply, and a Grade 4 in GCSE IT is desirable. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Information Technology.

Who this course is for

IT skills are highly valued in all aspects of business and society and there is a demand for people who have the skills to refine and apply new developments to the real world. This exciting course will enable you to develop your understanding of the latest technologies and to become a competent IT user and successful in the workplace. You will develop your technical skills in a wide range of industry-standard software packages.

Entry requirements

Standard Advanced Level entry requirements Plus Grade 4 in GCSE Maths Grade 4 in GCSE IT or equivalent (desirable)

What you will learn

  • You'll study cyber security threats, vulnerabilities, and how organisations manage security incidents.
  • You'll design, build, and test a relational database system.
  • You'll learn how IT systems work, from storage devices to network protocols.
  • You'll explore the business impact of introducing or upgrading IT systems.
  • You'll develop practical web design skills using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • You'll create a website to a client brief and publish it online.
  • You'll use a range of industry-standard software packages.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Varndean College. Some units are assessed by external exam, including Cyber Security and Incident Management, and Information Technology Systems. Other units, such as database design and website development, are assessed through internal coursework and projects.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Varndean College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT Support Technician, provides technical help to staff and customers.
  • Helpdesk Technician, troubleshoots hardware and software issues for users.
  • Web Designer, builds and maintains websites for clients or employers.
  • Junior Network Administrator, supports the day-to-day running of IT networks.
  • Database Assistant, helps manage and maintain organisational data systems.
  • IT Technician, installs and supports technology across a business.

What you could study next

  • HNC or HND in Computing, a higher-level qualification for those wanting to go deeper into IT before entering the workforce.
  • Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology, for those aiming at graduate-level roles in software, networking, or cyber security.
  • CompTIA A+ or Security+ certification, industry certifications valued by employers in IT support and cyber security roles.
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