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Level 3 Information Technology Course in Barnet for 16 to 18 Year Olds – St James’ Catholic High School

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See IT Courses in Barnet.

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About this course

Free Level 3 Information Technology Course in Barnet. Classes run at St James' Catholic High School, full-time over two years.

This Pearson Edexcel BTEC covers applied IT knowledge and skills across networking, systems, programming, and digital technologies. It sits alongside other subjects as part of a broader study programme. The course is equivalent in size to one A Level, making it a strong information technology qualification for those planning to move into higher education.

You'll finish with a Pearson BTEC National Extended Certificate in Information Technology at Level 3.

Who this course is for

The Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Information Technology (Extended Certificate) is an Alternative Academic Qualification (AAQ) designed for post-16 students with an interest in the Digital sector and aiming to progress to higher education as a route to graduate level employment. Equivalent to one A Level in size, it is suitable for students looking to develop their applied knowledge and skills in Information Technology as part of a study programme alongside A Levels.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how computer networks are designed and managed.
  • You'll study the principles of programming and software development.
  • You'll learn how organisations use and secure digital systems.
  • You'll develop skills in planning and managing IT projects.
  • You'll examine how data is stored, processed, and used in business.
  • You'll build knowledge of emerging and evolving digital technologies.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at St James' Catholic High School. Assessment is a mix of externally assessed exams and internally assessed assignments. The assignments are set by Pearson Edexcel and marked by your teachers, then checked by Pearson. Exams are sat at set points during the course. Both routes test your applied knowledge and practical understanding of IT.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St James' Catholic High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT Support Technician, troubleshoots hardware and software for organisations.
  • Web Developer, builds and maintains websites and web applications.
  • Software Developer, designs and writes code for apps and systems.
  • Network Administrator, manages an organisation's computer networks.
  • IT Systems Analyst, reviews and improves how businesses use technology.
  • Junior Data Analyst, works with data to support business decisions.

What you could study next

  • A Level Computing or Mathematics, strengthens your university application alongside this BTEC.
  • Higher National Certificate in Computing (Level 4), a practical higher education route into IT roles.
  • BSc in Computer Science or Information Technology, the degree route toward graduate-level careers in software, data, or systems.
  • Degree Apprenticeship in Digital and Technology Solutions, combines university study with paid work in the sector.
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