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Free Level 3 IT Course in Barking and Dagenham

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 IT Course in Barking and Dagenham. Classes run at Robert Clack School, full-time over two years.

The course covers a broad range of IT topics, giving you the technical knowledge and practical skills employers look for. You'll study areas such as IT systems, networking, digital communications, and software development. Entry requires a minimum average GCSE grade from Year 11.

You'll finish with a Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in IT.

Who this course is for

The course provides specialist, work-related learning across a range of sectors. Delivering the knowledge, skills and understanding students need to prepare for their chosen career and offer progression to higher or further education or into employment. On successful completion of this qualification, learners can progress into employment and/or continue their study in the same vocational area.

Entry requirements

All subjects have an average points score (APS) requirement; this is the average GCSE grade achieved in Year 11.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of IT systems and how they work.
  • You'll explore networking principles and how devices connect and communicate.
  • You'll learn about cybersecurity and how to protect digital systems.
  • You'll study software development and programming concepts.
  • You'll understand digital communications and data management.
  • You'll build skills in IT support and troubleshooting.
  • You'll apply your learning to work-related scenarios across different sectors.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Robert Clack School. The course combines teacher-led lessons with practical assignments and project work. Assessment is through a mix of coursework and external examinations set by OCR. Your work is assessed against the Cambridge Technical specification throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Robert Clack School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT Support Technician, provides technical help to users in a business or organisation.
  • Junior IT Assistant, supports day-to-day IT operations within a team.
  • IT Apprentice, earns while training toward a higher-level IT role.
  • Help Desk Analyst, handles technical queries and resolves IT issues.
  • Network Support Assistant, helps maintain and monitor computer networks.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT, a larger qualification covering more specialist units if you want to go deeper into the subject.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing, a higher education qualification for those progressing to degree level.
  • Degree Apprenticeship in Digital Technology Solutions, combines university study with paid employment in the tech sector.
  • CompTIA A+ or Network+ certification, industry-recognised IT certifications valued by employers in technical support roles.
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