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BTEC Level 3 IT Course in Churchdown for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 IT Course in Churchdown. Classes run at Chosen Hill School, full-time over two years.

The course covers four units across the two years. You'll study IT systems, creating systems to manage information, and further IT topics assessed through a mix of exams and coursework. Two units are externally assessed and two are internally assessed. Entry requires a GCSE grade 4 or above in English and Maths, or a GCSE grade 6 or above in ICT if you studied it.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Information Technology at Level 3.

Who this course is for

National Extended Certificate in IT Units studied and weighting: 4 Units to study over 2 years. 2 Externally Assessed and 2 Internally Assessed. Unit 1 - Information Technology Systems (Exam) This unit will give students a fundamental and synoptic understanding of all areas of IT, supporting progression to an IT-related Higher Education course. Unit 2 - Creating Systems to Manage Information (Online Assessment) The skills students gain in this unit support progression to IT-related Higher Education courses and to employment in a role that requires computing-related expertise. Unit 3 - Using Social Media in Business (Coursework) Understanding how to use social media for business purposes is useful for employment in information technology and in a variety of business sectors. Also, social media skills are closely linked with web and mobile applications development. This unit gives students a starting point for progression to roles such as social media specialist, content developer and web developer. Unit 6 - Website Development (Coursework) Many software developers, database experts and systems managers need web-client development skills as an integral part of their overall portfolio of expertise. This unit will prepare students for employment as a website developer or as a website development apprenticeship. The unit will benefit students who want to go on to Higher Education to develop their studies.

Entry requirements

GCSE grade 9-6 in ICT if studied or GCSE grade 4 in English and Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how IT systems work and how organisations use them.
  • You'll build systems to manage and store information effectively.
  • You'll develop problem-solving skills applied to real IT scenarios.
  • You'll practise sitting externally set assessments under exam conditions.
  • You'll produce coursework and projects assessed by your centre.
  • You'll gain knowledge that supports progression to IT-related higher education or employment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based teaching at Chosen Hill School. Assessment is split across four units. Two units are externally assessed, including one written exam and one online assessment. Two units are internally assessed through coursework and assignments marked by the centre. You'll build up evidence and sit assessments over the two years of the course.

What you will need to bring

Chosen Hill School will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT Support Technician, provides technical help to users in a business or organisation.
  • Helpdesk Technician, handles IT queries and troubleshoots problems for staff or customers.
  • Web Designer, builds and maintains websites, though a portfolio and further practice will strengthen your chances.
  • Junior Network Administrator, supports network infrastructure, often a starting role with room to grow.
  • IT Technician, carries out hardware and software maintenance across a workplace.

What you could study next

  • HNC in Computing or IT (Level 4), a natural next step if you want to specialise further before a degree.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology (Level 6), opens roles in software development, cybersecurity, and IT management.
  • Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (Level 5), a two-year higher education route with strong employer links in the tech sector.
  • Vendor certifications such as CompTIA A+ or Microsoft qualifications, useful alongside or after this BTEC for technical support roles.
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