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Free Level 3 Information Technology Course in Waltham Forest – Holy Family Catholic School

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 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 Waltham Forest. Classes run at Holy Family Catholic School, full-time over two years.

The course covers IT systems, cyber security, website development, and relational databases. You'll build both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical skills. It sits alongside other Level 3 courses and is equivalent in size to an A Level. You'll need GCSE grade 4 in English and Maths, plus a minimum average point score of 3.6.

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

Who this course is for

If you'd like to learn more about IT systems and their use in business, this course, which is equivalent in size to an A Level, will give you a basic introduction. You would generally take this alongside other Level 3 courses such as other A levels or a work related course. It aims to teach you some of the practical skills required for IT related work as well as develop the general transferable skills required in the modern workplace.

Entry requirements

English Grade 4 Maths Grade 4 APS: 3.6

What you will learn

  • You'll study how IT systems work and how businesses use them.
  • You'll explore cyber security principles and how to protect data.
  • You'll develop skills in website development.
  • You'll work with relational databases.
  • You'll build practical, hands-on IT skills alongside theoretical understanding.
  • You'll develop transferable skills relevant to modern workplaces.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions combining theory and practical work. Assessment is through a mix of externally assessed exams and internally assessed assignments. Your assignments will be marked by your teachers and moderated by Pearson Edexcel. The external assessments are sat under exam conditions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Holy Family Catholic School 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, designs and writes code for applications.
  • Cyber Security Analyst, monitors systems and protects against threats.
  • Database Administrator, manages and organises data for organisations.
  • IT Technician, provides technical support across a range of settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Information Technology, a larger qualification covering more specialist units.
  • A Level Computer Science, for those wanting a more programming-focused route.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing, a higher education step toward degree-level study.
  • Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology, for careers in software development, cyber security, or data.
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