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Level 3 IT Course in Merton for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Raynes Park High School

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

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About this course

Free Level 3 IT Course in Merton. Classes run at Raynes Park High School, full-time during the day.

This course focuses on building and developing applications. You'll learn to write specifications, design software, and test and implement apps across different platforms. The course runs over two years.

You'll need five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English and Maths, plus a grade 4 or above in ICT, Computer Science, or Maths. You'll finish with a Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in IT.

Who this course is for

This pathway focuses on the development of a range of applications across platforms and sectors. Students will gain the right combination of knowledge, understanding and skills required for the 21st century, enabling them to demonstrate the skills of writing specifications, and the design, build, testing and implementation of applications.

Entry requirements

5 GCSE's at grade 5 (C) or above including English and Maths Level 4 or above in ICT/Computer Science or Maths

What you will learn

  • You'll write technical specifications for software applications.
  • You'll design applications across different platforms and sectors.
  • You'll build and test software to meet real requirements.
  • You'll implement applications and evaluate their performance.
  • You'll develop problem-solving skills used in professional IT roles.
  • You'll understand how software development fits into business contexts.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom full-time. Learning is project-based, with units assessed through assignments and practical tasks. You'll produce portfolios of work and written evidence to demonstrate your skills. Some units may include exams set by OCR.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Raynes Park High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Application developer, designs and builds software for businesses and users.
  • Data analyst, works with data to help organisations make decisions.
  • IT infrastructure technician, sets up and maintains networks and systems.
  • IT support technician, helps users and organisations solve technical problems.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT, a larger qualification covering more specialist areas of technology.
  • Higher National Certificate in Computing, a higher-level course for those moving toward a degree.
  • Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering, for those aiming for graduate-level IT roles.
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