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

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
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 St Albans. Classes run at Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School, full-time over two years.

The course covers data analysis techniques, IT systems, and how to interpret and present data. You'll develop analytical thinking, research skills, and communication skills that employers and universities value. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English and Maths, to join.

You'll finish with a Cambridge Advanced National Extended Certificate in IT: Data Analytics at Level 3.

Who this course is for

This course is suitable for anyone with an interest in the criminal justice system, those aiming for a career in areas such as social work, probation, the police, or if you're planning to study criminology, law, psychology or sociology at university. It will give you an opportunity to apply theoretical learning to real life problems and develop a set of transferable skills including research, analytical thinking and communication that are essential for university study and most careers. The course is generally taken alongside courses such as A levels or Level 3 work related subjects.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 5 (C) or above including English and Maths

What you will learn

  • You'll collect, organise, and analyse data sets to find patterns and insights.
  • You'll use software tools to process and visualise data.
  • You'll interpret data and present findings clearly to different audiences.
  • You'll apply analytical thinking to real-world problems.
  • You'll develop research skills relevant to data-driven work.
  • You'll understand how data supports decision-making in organisations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons, practical data tasks, and project-based work. Assessment is through a mix of coursework and externally assessed components set by OCR. You'll apply your skills to realistic scenarios throughout the course, building a portfolio of work that demonstrates your ability to handle and interpret data.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Data analyst, works with data to support business decisions.
  • Junior data analyst, entry-level role handling data processing and reporting.
  • Data administrator, manages and maintains data records for an organisation.
  • Business analyst, uses data insights to improve processes and performance.
  • IT support analyst, combines technical and analytical skills in a tech environment.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 or Level 5 Data Analytics Degree Apprenticeship, a work-based route into professional data roles.
  • BSc Data Science or BSc Computer Science, a university degree for those wanting to specialise further.
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate or Microsoft certifications, industry credentials that strengthen your CV alongside or after your Level 3 qualification.
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