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Free BTEC Level 3 IT Course in Seaford

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 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 Seaford. Classes run at Seaford Head School 6th Form Centre, full-time over two years.

You'll need five GCSEs at grades 4 to 9, including English Language and Maths at grade 4 or above. The course covers how IT systems are built, managed, and used to share information. You'll explore networks, programming, data management, and digital communication. It's a broad Level 3 BTEC IT qualification that suits learners heading to university, not just those planning an IT career.

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

Who this course is for

This qualification is designed for learners who are interested in an introduction to the study of creating IT systems to manage and share information, alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses, not necessarily in IT. What are the benefits of taking this course? Inspire and enthuse learners to become technology savvy � producers of technology products and systems and not just consumers. Give learners the opportunity to gain a broad understanding and knowledge of the Information Technology sector and some aspects of the creative industries e.g. electronic publishing or multimedia production. What could I go onto next?: � Other level 3 qualifications. � Employment within the information technology and/or areas within the creative industries, such as electronic publishing or multimedia production.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs with a mixture of 9-4 grades (or equivalent) in at least four different subjects, including English Language and Mathematics (minimum grade 4).

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how IT systems are designed and built to manage information.
  • You'll study networking principles and how data moves across systems.
  • You'll develop skills in programming and software development.
  • You'll learn how organisations use databases to store and retrieve data.
  • You'll examine cybersecurity principles and how to protect digital systems.
  • You'll produce technology products, not just use them.
  • You'll build skills in digital communication and project planning.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at the centre. Assessment is a mix of coursework assignments and external examinations. Some units are assessed entirely through assignments you complete over time. Others include a written exam set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. Your work is assessed against set criteria, so you'll know what's expected at each stage.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Seaford Head School 6th Form Centre 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 or organisations.
  • Web Designer, builds and maintains websites for clients.
  • Junior Network Administrator, supports office networks and connectivity.
  • IT Technician, maintains computers and systems in schools or offices.
  • Digital Support Assistant, provides tech support in a business environment.

What you could study next

  • A full Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in IT, for a deeper technical specialism before university.
  • A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Cyber Security, building on the broad foundation this qualification provides.
  • A Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing, a work-focused higher education route if a full degree isn't the right fit.
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