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Level 3 Information Technology Course in Thames Ditton for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

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About this course

Free Level 3 Information Technology Course in Thames Ditton. Classes run at Esher Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

The course covers how IT systems work, how to manage and use data, and how to develop practical digital skills. You'll build the ability to research independently, plan projects, and work as part of a team. Units span areas such as networking, software development, and IT project management.

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

Who this course is for

Information Technology BTEC is a practical course for students who wish to develop their expertise with IT and its uses. An IT BTEC is a widely accepted pathway to university, as well as teaching you the expertise and skills for IT related roles. It develops your abilities to learn independently, to research actively and methodically, to plan and manage time, to organise files, and to be an active member of a working group.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how IT systems and networks operate.
  • You'll develop skills in software development and programming logic.
  • You'll learn how to manage and organise digital files and data.
  • You'll practise planning and managing IT projects.
  • You'll build independent research and problem-solving skills.
  • You'll work collaboratively on group IT tasks.
  • You'll gain an understanding of cybersecurity principles and data protection.

How you will learn

This BTEC is assessed mainly through coursework and assignments rather than written exams. You'll complete unit-based tasks that demonstrate your practical IT skills. Some units may include externally assessed components set by Pearson Edexcel. Teaching takes place in the classroom, with hands-on activities and project work throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

Esher Sixth Form College will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT Support Technician, provides technical help to users and organisations.
  • Web Developer, builds and maintains websites and web applications.
  • Software Developer, designs and writes software for businesses or consumers.
  • Network Administrator, manages an organisation's IT infrastructure.
  • Data Analyst, interprets data to support business decisions, often with further study.
  • IT Project Coordinator, supports the planning and delivery of technology projects.

What you could study next

  • HNC in Computing (Level 4), a natural next step into higher technical study after this BTEC.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology (Level 6), for those wanting to move into software engineering, cybersecurity, or data science roles.
  • BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (Level 5), a two-year higher education route before a degree top-up.
  • CompTIA or Cisco professional certifications, vendor qualifications that strengthen job applications in IT support and networking.
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