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Free Level 3 Information Technology Course in Bury

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Information Technology Course in Bury. Classes run at Bury College, full-time over two years.

The course covers four core areas. You'll study IT systems, cyber security, website development, and relational database development. Pearson Edexcel awards this BTEC, and it sits alongside other subjects in your study programme. It suits learners who want a broad route into higher education, not just IT-related degrees.

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

Who this course is for

Learners aged 16 - 18

Entry requirements

For A-level programmes: 6 GCSEs at grade 9-4 (to include 3 GCSEs at grade 9-4 and 3 GCSEs at grade 9-5). Require grade 9-4 in English Language and Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how hardware and software work together in IT systems.
  • You'll learn about types of cyber security attacks and how to respond to them.
  • You'll study the tools and techniques used in website development.
  • You'll develop and manage relational databases using database management systems.
  • You'll build employability skills through work placements, employer talks, and industry visits.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Bury College. The BTEC is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and external assessments set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll complete units in IT systems, cyber security, website development, and database development. Work placements and employer engagement activities are built into the programme.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT support technician, helps users and maintains computer systems.
  • Web developer, builds and maintains websites for businesses.
  • Software developer, writes and tests code for applications.
  • Database administrator, manages and organises data for organisations.
  • Cyber security analyst, monitors systems and responds to threats.

What you could study next

  • A Level 3 Extended Diploma in Information Technology lets you go deeper into IT before university.
  • A degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or Software Engineering builds on this BTEC at university level.
  • A Higher National Certificate in Computing is a shorter higher education route into IT careers.
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