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Free BTEC Level 3 IT Course in Camberley

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 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 Camberley. Classes run at Collingwood College, full-time over two years.

The course covers the core principles of information technology. You'll study topics including systems, networks, digital communication, and IT project management. Units are assessed through assignments and exams across the two years. You'll need five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including English and maths, to join.

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

Who this course is for

If you are intending to pursue health, fitness or sports-related occupations in the future such as recreation management, sports development, coaching, instructing or teaching, this course is for you. It allows you to explore sport both as a performer and academically and gives you the opportunity to study a work related qualification alongside other level 3 courses such as A levels or other BTEC qualifications. The equivalent of 1 A level, it will also give you transferable skills such as teamwork, leadership and resilience that are useful for a variety of careers and higher education courses.

Entry requirements

5 GCSE's grades 9-4 (A*-C) including English and maths

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how computer systems and hardware work.
  • You'll explore networking principles and how data moves across systems.
  • You'll develop skills in digital communication and online tools.
  • You'll plan and manage IT projects from brief to completion.
  • You'll learn how organisations use IT to solve business problems.
  • You'll practise troubleshooting and supporting users with technical issues.
  • You'll build an understanding of cybersecurity and data protection.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Collingwood College. Assessment is a mix of coursework assignments and external exams. Assignments are completed throughout the course and marked against set criteria. External exams test your knowledge of core IT topics. There is no single end-of-course exam; assessment is spread across both years.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT Support Technician, helps users fix hardware and software problems.
  • Helpdesk Technician, provides first-line technical support in an office or call centre.
  • Web Designer, builds and maintains websites for businesses or clients.
  • Junior Network Administrator, supports the day-to-day running of a company network.
  • IT Technician, installs and maintains computer systems and equipment.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Information Technology, a larger qualification covering more specialist units if you want to go deeper before university.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing, a Level 4 qualification for those moving into higher education or specialist IT roles.
  • Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology, for those aiming at graduate-level careers in software, networking, or data.
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