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Free Level 3 Information Technology Course in Bristol

CostFREE
Duration180 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Information Technology Course in Bristol. Classes run at SGS College Filton Campus, full-time during the day.

Most places on this course are for learners aged 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply, though concessions may be available. The course covers networking, programming, data management, cybersecurity, and digital systems. You will also study how businesses use technology and how to build and support IT solutions. Around 180 hours of study are involved.

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

Who this course is for

Most full-time courses at SGS are for learners aged 16-18 with some provision available for those aged 14 plus on request. If you are aged 19 and over then formal qualifications that are a prerequisite for younger age groups may not be suitable. Please check the college website www.sgscol.ac.uk for more in-depth information regarding full-time study programmes or contact us on 0800 0567 253 or email [email protected]

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how computer networks are built and managed.
  • You'll study programming concepts and write code to solve problems.
  • You'll learn how organisations use data and database systems.
  • You'll develop an understanding of cybersecurity threats and how to protect systems.
  • You'll examine how businesses rely on digital technology and IT infrastructure.
  • You'll build skills in planning and testing IT solutions.
  • You'll practise communicating technical information clearly and professionally.

How you will learn

You will learn through classroom sessions at SGS College Filton Campus. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC is assessed mainly through coursework and assignments rather than exams. You will complete set tasks and projects that are marked by your tutors and checked by Pearson Edexcel. Some units may also include practical tasks or presentations.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. SGS College Filton Campus 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.
  • Web developer, builds and maintains websites for businesses.
  • Software developer, writes and tests code for apps and systems.
  • Network technician, sets up and manages computer networks.
  • Data analyst, works with business data to find useful insights.
  • IT administrator, keeps an organisation's systems running smoothly.

What you could study next

  • HNC or HND in Computing or IT, a higher-level qualification that goes deeper into software, networking, or data.
  • Level 3 BTEC in Computer Science, if you want to focus more on programming and systems.
  • A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Cybersecurity, for those aiming at graduate-level roles in the tech sector.
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