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

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

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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 IT Course in North Shields. Classes run at St Thomas More Roman Catholic Academy, full-time over two years.

You'll study two core units: Communication and Employability Skills for IT, and Computer Systems. From there, the course builds into a broader programme covering networks, software, and digital systems. You do not need a GCSE in IT to apply. A GCSE pass in Science or English is helpful, at grade C or above.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Information Technology.

Who this course is for

For all options you will study 2 compulsory units: Communication & Employability Skills for IT and Computer Systems. For the BTEC Level 3 Certificate you will then complete an additional unit. For the BTEC Level 3 Sub Diploma you will then complete 4 additional units. For the BTEC Level 3 Diploma you will then complete 10 additional units.

Entry requirements

It is not necessary to have studied this subject at GCSE or BTEC First. It is preferable that students have a GCSE pass in Science and English. If GCSE was studied a minimum of grade C is needed.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how computer systems work, including hardware and software components.
  • You'll develop communication and employability skills for working in IT.
  • You'll learn how networks are set up and managed.
  • You'll study how software is developed and tested.
  • You'll understand how organisations use digital systems and data.
  • You'll build practical skills in IT support and troubleshooting.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at the centre. Assessment is a mix of coursework assignments and external exams, depending on the units you study. Some units are assessed entirely through assignments. Others include a set task or exam set by Pearson Edexcel. Your teacher will guide you through each unit and set work throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St Thomas More Roman Catholic Academy 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.
  • Junior IT Assistant, supports day-to-day IT operations in an organisation.
  • Software Development Technician, works on building and testing software.
  • Network Support Technician, maintains and monitors computer networks.
  • IT Helpdesk Analyst, handles technical queries from staff or customers.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Information Technology, a larger qualification for those wanting more depth before university or work.
  • Higher National Certificate in Computing, a Level 4 qualification that moves toward degree-level study.
  • Degree Apprenticeship in Software Engineering or IT, combining paid work with higher-level study.
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