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Free Level 3 IT Course in Bexhill-on-Sea

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC National Extended Diploma in Information Technology in Bexhill-on-Sea. Classes run at Bexhill College, full-time over two years.

The course covers core IT topics including networking, databases, and cyber security. You'll also build practical digital projects. These include a website, a mobile app, a video game, and a social media campaign. You'll complete a work experience placement as part of the course.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Extended Diploma in Information Technology.

Who this course is for

This course is designed to offer students an opportunity to undertake high quality, employment related learning with a focus on Information and Computing Technologies. Students who are considering this course should have an interest in how computers work, how technology can help to solve world problems, software development, cyber security, website and mobile app design, and social media.

Students will develop the skills and understanding that they will find useful in a career in the IT and Computer Science industries, preparing them for progression to Higher Education, into employment or apprenticeships. The course has been designed to offer a variety of pathways into ICT including cyber security, programming, game design, web design, digital marketing and digital graphics.

Entry requirements

At least four to five GCSEs graded 9-4 including English or Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll study how digital devices and networks work.
  • You'll learn the fundamentals of cyber security.
  • You'll build and design websites and mobile apps.
  • You'll develop a video game from concept to completion.
  • You'll create digital graphics and run a social media campaign.
  • You'll work with databases and data management.
  • You'll complete a work experience placement in a technology setting.

How you will learn

You'll sit one paper-based exam. Three other units are assessed through practical assignments marked externally. The rest of the course is assessed internally using work-based scenarios. Classes are delivered in person at Bexhill College during the day.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT support technician, helps users and maintains systems for organisations.
  • Software developer, builds applications and tools for businesses.
  • Web developer, designs and codes websites and web-based services.
  • Cyber security analyst, protects networks and data from threats.
  • Digital marketing assistant, manages online campaigns and social media.
  • Game designer, creates and develops digital games for studios.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering, for those wanting to specialise further in development or systems.
  • A degree in Cyber Security, building on the security units in this qualification.
  • A higher or degree apprenticeship in IT or digital technology, combining work and study at Level 4 or above.
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