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Level 3 Data Analytics Course in Bedlington for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration18 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

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About this course

Free Level 3 Data Analytics Course in Bedlington. Classes run at St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy, full-time over 18 months.

Note that the provider description supplied for this course refers to business studies, not data analytics. The content below reflects the OCR Cambridge Advanced National in IT: Data Analytics. You'll study how data is collected, managed, and analysed using digital tools. Topics include data modelling, visualisation, and using software to interpret datasets. The course is roughly equivalent to one A level and sits alongside other Level 3 subjects.

You'll need four or five GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or a relevant Level 2 qualification. You'll finish with the OCR Cambridge Advanced National in IT: Data Analytics Extended Certificate.

Who this course is for

This work related course is an alternative to A level business and is suitable for you if you are considering a career in business, studying a business related degree or thinking of running your own business in the future. It will give you a broad overview of the business sector and the chance to apply your learning to some real business situations. It's roughly equivalent to 1 A level and is generally taken over 2 years alongside other level 3 subjects.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's at grade 3 (C) or above or a relevant level 2 qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how organisations collect and store data.
  • You'll use software tools to clean, sort, and analyse datasets.
  • You'll create data visualisations such as charts and dashboards.
  • You'll interpret data to identify trends and draw conclusions.
  • You'll learn how data supports business decision-making.
  • You'll develop skills in spreadsheet and database tools.
  • You'll understand data security, ethics, and legal responsibilities.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy. Assessment for the OCR Cambridge Advanced National combines internally assessed coursework units with externally assessed exams. You'll build a portfolio of practical work alongside sitting written assessments. Full-time daytime attendance is required throughout the 18-month course.

What you will need to bring

St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Data analyst, works with datasets to produce reports and insights.
  • Junior data analyst, supports a team in gathering and interpreting data.
  • Data administrator, manages and maintains databases for an organisation.
  • Reporting analyst, produces regular performance reports from business data.
  • IT support technician, a related tech role open at this level.
  • Business analyst, typically needs further study or experience beyond this qualification.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Data Science or Computer Science (Level 6), the natural next step for a data analyst career.
  • Higher National Certificate in Computing (Level 4), a shorter higher-education route into tech roles.
  • Higher National Diploma in Data Analytics or IT (Level 5), builds on an HNC and deepens specialist skills.
  • Apprenticeship as a Data Technician or Junior Data Analyst, combines work and study at Level 3 or Level 4.
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