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Free BTEC Level 3 IT Course in Liverpool

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

About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 IT Course in Liverpool. Classes run at Maghull High School, full-time over two years.

You'll study units covering networking, systems, application development, and website design. The course also explores how technology supports business and creative projects. You'll need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including GCSE English. If you studied ICT or computing at GCSE, you'll also need a grade 4 or above in that subject.

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

Who this course is for

This course is for anyone who is interested in an IT & computing qualification. The qualification will complement other subjects, such as art, performing arts (application development, website design creating portfolios to showcase work) business studies - application development creating an app, how it can help promote, market a product. Contact provider for more information as this may not be up to date course information

Entry requirements

A minimum of five GCSE’s at level 4 or equivalent, (one of these must be GCSE English) from five separate subjects with an average points score of 4.0 or more. Also a level 4 or above in ICT or computing at GCSE if you studied the subject at GCSE level.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how computer systems and networks are built and managed.
  • You'll develop skills in application development and software design.
  • You'll learn how to plan and build websites.
  • You'll study how IT supports business functions and marketing.
  • You'll practise creating digital portfolios to present your work.
  • You'll understand data management and information security principles.

How you will learn

The BTEC National Extended Certificate is assessed through a mix of coursework and external exams. Coursework units are marked by your teachers and checked by Pearson Edexcel. Some units are assessed through set tasks or written exams. You'll work on assignments in class and independently, applying your learning to realistic scenarios.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Maghull High School 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, handles technical queries for businesses and organisations.
  • Web designer, builds and maintains websites for clients.
  • Junior network administrator, supports the day-to-day running of office networks.
  • IT technician, installs and maintains computer systems in a workplace.

What you could study next

  • BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing, a Level 4 qualification for those wanting to go deeper into IT.
  • Level 3 CompTIA A+ or Network+ certification, widely recognised by employers for IT support roles.
  • A degree in Computer Science or Information Technology, for those aiming toward software development or systems architecture.

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