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Free Level 3 Information Technology Course in Widnes

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 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 Widnes. Classes run at Cronton Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

This course is part of a mixed programme. You'll study it alongside two A Level subjects. Units cover programming, digital systems, data management, and IT project management. You'll build a strong technical foundation for roles in IT support, software development, and web development.

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

Who this course is for

Aimed at School Leavers. This subject but must be studied over two years as part of our mixed programmes. You will choose 2 A level subjects alongside 1 Level 3 Extended Certificate to study over two years.

Entry requirements

To study an A Level programme you will need to achieve a minimum of three grade 5s and two grade 4s at GCSE including English Language and Maths at grade 5. Each individual subject carries its own entry criteria and some subjects do require higher grades than this. For individual subject entry requirements and course details, please go to our website and look at the course information section or click on the website link below.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how digital systems and networks operate.
  • You'll develop programming and software development skills.
  • You'll learn how data is stored, managed, and secured.
  • You'll plan and deliver IT projects from start to finish.
  • You'll study web development principles and digital design.
  • You'll understand how IT is used in business and organisations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical assignments, and project work. Assessment is mainly through coursework and internal assignments set and marked by the college. Some units may include externally assessed tasks set by Pearson Edexcel. There are no traditional written exams for most units.

What you will need to bring

Cronton 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, writes and tests code for software products.
  • IT Administrator, manages systems and networks for a business.
  • Data Analyst, further study or experience is typically needed for this role.
  • Junior Network Engineer, supports and monitors computer networks.

What you could study next

  • HNC in Computing (Level 4), a natural next step into higher technical study.
  • HND in Computing (Level 5), builds on an HNC and can lead to a degree top-up.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT (Level 6), needed for senior developer or engineering roles.
  • BTEC Higher National in Software Engineering (Level 4 or 5), a more specialist route into development careers.
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