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Free Level 3 Information Technology Course in Sheffield – The Sheffield College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Information Technology Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College, full-time during the day.

This BTEC covers the core areas of modern IT, including networking, systems support, programming, and digital communications. You'll study topics that underpin roles in tech support, web development, and IT services. The course takes one year to complete.

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

Who this course is for

The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.

Entry requirements

Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of computer networking and infrastructure.
  • You'll learn how to support and troubleshoot IT systems.
  • You'll study programming concepts and software development principles.
  • You'll explore web design and digital communications.
  • You'll understand data management and cybersecurity fundamentals.
  • You'll build skills in IT project planning and technical documentation.

How you will learn

The BTEC National Diploma is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and externally set exams. Assignments are set by your tutors and marked against Pearson Edexcel criteria. Some units are assessed through timed, supervised tasks. You'll build a portfolio of work across the year that demonstrates your skills and knowledge.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT Support Technician, resolves hardware and software issues for organisations.
  • Helpdesk Technician, provides first-line technical support to users.
  • Web Designer, builds and maintains websites for businesses.
  • Junior Network Administrator, supports network infrastructure in a workplace.
  • IT Technician, installs and maintains computer systems and equipment.
  • Digital Support Analyst, helps teams use software and digital tools effectively.

What you could study next

  • HNC or HND in Computing or IT, a higher-level qualification for those wanting to go deeper into specialist areas such as networking or software development.
  • Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology, for those aiming for graduate-level roles in tech.
  • IT apprenticeship at Level 4, combining work and study in a specific IT specialism.
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