Free Level 3 IT Course in Hammersmith and Fulham. Classes run at Ark Burlington Danes Academy. This two-year, full-time daytime course covers information technology in depth, from programming and cyber security to data analytics and project management. You'll also explore how IT functions within commercial and social enterprise settings, including finance, marketing, and operations. An initial assessment will confirm the course is the right fit for you.
Who this course is for
Interests in computing and information technology (problem solving, programming, cyber security, data analytics, project management).
Interests in social enterprise or commercial organisations (R&D, finance, marketing and operations).
What you will learn
You'll develop programming skills and problem-solving techniques.
You'll study cyber security principles and how to protect systems and data.
You'll learn data analytics methods and how to interpret and present data.
You'll explore project management approaches used in IT environments.
You'll understand how IT supports business functions such as finance, marketing, and operations.
You'll examine research and development practices within commercial and social enterprise organisations.
How you will learn
The BTEC National Extended Diploma is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed exams set by Pearson Edexcel. Internally assessed units are marked by the centre and moderated externally. Externally assessed units involve written exams or tasks completed under supervised conditions. Classroom-based learning supports both strands throughout the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Ark Burlington Danes Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
IT support technician: diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues
Junior software developer: write and test code for applications
Cyber security analyst: monitor systems and respond to threats
Data analyst: collect, clean, and interpret data for organisations
IT project coordinator: support the planning and delivery of tech projects
Network administrator: manage and maintain computer networks
Junior web developer: build and maintain websites and web applications
What you could study next
Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology: a natural next step if you want to specialise further or move into senior technical roles.
Degree in Cyber Security: builds directly on the cyber security content in this qualification.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing: a shorter higher-education route, often available with funding, that can lead into degree top-up programmes or employment.
