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Level 3 Information Technology Course in Scarborough 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

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

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About this course

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

The course covers four core areas: IT systems and hardware, cyber security and incident management, website development, and relational database design. You'll build analytical and problem-solving skills that employers in the tech sector look for. The course is for 16 to 19 year olds and entry requirements apply.

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

Who this course is for

More details about studying IT Single at Scarborough Sixth Form College can be found on the S6F website, https://s6f.ac.uk/courses/information-technology-single?category=applied-generals. Our admissions team will be happy to answer any queries sent to [email protected]

Entry requirements

Please see the S6F Website for current entry requirements

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how hardware and software work together in IT systems.
  • You'll learn about types of cyber security attacks and how to respond to them.
  • You'll develop websites using industry tools, testing for usability and functionality.
  • You'll design and build relational databases to manage and store data.
  • You'll practise analytical and problem-solving skills used in tech roles.
  • You'll understand the implications of using IT systems in organisations.

How you will learn

The course is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and external examinations. Each unit has a set assessment method tied to the BTEC specification. Classroom sessions combine taught content with practical tasks, so you apply knowledge as you learn it.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT Support Technician, helps users and maintains computer systems in a business.
  • Web Developer, builds and maintains websites for clients or employers.
  • Software Developer, writes and tests code for applications and systems.
  • Database Administrator, manages and secures data for an organisation.
  • Cyber Security Analyst, monitors networks and responds to security threats.
  • IT Technician, supports hardware and software across a workplace.

What you could study next

  • A Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Computing or IT, a natural next step into specialist technical study.
  • A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Cyber Security, for those aiming at graduate-level roles.
  • A BTEC Higher National in Information Technology, building directly on this qualification.
  • Vendor certifications such as CompTIA or Cisco, valued by employers in IT support and networking roles.
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