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Level 3 IT Course in Leeds 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 bodyOCR awarding body

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

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About this course

Free Level 3 IT Course in Leeds. Classes run at Allerton High Business and Enterprise Specialist School, full-time over two years.

The course covers the fundamentals of hardware, networks, and software. You'll also study cyber security, global information systems, project management, and product development. Assessment is a mix of coursework and exams. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, to join.

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

Who this course is for

This qualification is designed for learners 16 years old or over who want to continue their education through applied learning by developing their knowledge and understanding of the principles of IT and global information systems. It is designed to be taken alongside other qualifications (such as Level 3 vocational Cambridge Technicals in Business, Digital Media and/or A Level Computing, English or Mathematics) within a 16-19 study programme, primarily to support the main subjects.

Achievement of this qualification can support progression to go on and study in a Higher Education institution either on relevant IT degrees such as Computing and Technology or Business IT or support progression on to other degree courses.

Entry requirements

You should have achieved 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including English and Maths. Where Cambridge Technical Level 2 has been studied students should have achieved a Merit. Where Computer Science has been studied grade 4 is required.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the fundamentals of IT hardware, software, and networks.
  • You'll explore how businesses use IT to improve productivity.
  • You'll study global information systems and how data moves across the internet and cloud.
  • You'll learn about cyber security threats, vulnerabilities, and how to manage risk.
  • You'll develop project planning and management skills used in the workplace.
  • You'll study product development methodologies and the product development life cycle.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions. Assessment is split across coursework and written exams. Coursework is internally assessed and makes up 66% of your grade. A written exam accounts for the remaining 34%. You'll build your knowledge unit by unit, covering both theory and practical application throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Allerton High Business and Enterprise Specialist School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT support technician, helps users and maintains computer systems.
  • Junior cyber security analyst, monitors systems for threats and vulnerabilities.
  • IT administrator, manages networks and software for an organisation.
  • Technical support specialist, troubleshoots hardware and software issues.
  • Junior project coordinator, supports IT and digital projects in a team.

What you could study next

  • A Level Computing, deepens programming and computer science theory for university entry.
  • Level 3 Cambridge Technical Diploma in IT, a larger qualification covering more specialist units.
  • Higher National Certificate in Computing, a higher-level qualification leading toward a degree.
  • Degree in Computer Science or Cyber Security, for those aiming at software engineering, forensic computing, or specialist IT roles.
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