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Free BTEC Level 3 IT Course in Plymouth

CostFREE
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 Plymouth. Classes run at Stoke Damerel Community College, full-time over two years.

You'll study how hardware and software work together as a system. The course covers computer networks and how data moves across them. You'll also explore the role of IT in society and how businesses use social media. Units include database design and management. You'll build practical skills in planning, developing, and testing digital solutions.

You'll need grades 4 to 9 in at least five GCSE subjects to join, including English and Maths for some units. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Information Technology.

Who this course is for

Students gain an understanding of how hardware and software form an IT system and how information is transmitted across computer networks. They learn about the impact that IT has on society and how social media is used to communicate and share information. Students gain practical skills in developing a plan to use social media for a business purpose, learn how database systems are used to manage and process information and gain practical skills in designing, developing, testing and evaluating a database system. Students must complete four units: Three mandatory units: Unit 1: Information Technology Systems Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information Unit 3: Using Social Media in Business Plus one from the following optional units which will be selected by the teacher: Unit 5: Data Modelling Unit 6: Website Development. Students have a range of assessments, including a 2-hour examination, an assessed task and a range of BTEC assignments set by the teacher.

Entry requirements

Grades 4 - 9 in at least 5 GCSE subjects (for certain BTEC subjects these must include English and Maths).

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how hardware and software combine to form an IT system.
  • You'll understand how data is transmitted across computer networks.
  • You'll explore the impact of IT on society and everyday life.
  • You'll develop practical skills in using social media for business purposes.
  • You'll learn how database systems store, manage, and process information.
  • You'll design, develop, test, and evaluate digital solutions.
  • You'll build skills in planning IT projects from start to finish.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Stoke Damerel Community College. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and external exams. Assignments are set by your tutors and marked against set criteria. Some units are assessed by Pearson through timed exams. Your work builds up over the two years of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Stoke Damerel Community 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, handles technical queries for a business or organisation.
  • Web Designer, builds and maintains websites for clients.
  • Junior Network Technician, supports the setup and running of computer networks.
  • Database Administrator, manages and maintains data systems for an employer.
  • Social Media Coordinator, runs digital communications for a business.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Information Technology, a larger qualification covering more units and opening more university routes.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing, a higher-level course for those moving into specialist IT roles.
  • Degree in Computer Science or IT, for those aiming at graduate-level careers in tech.
  • CompTIA A+ or similar vendor certifications, practical qualifications valued by IT employers.
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