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Level 3 IT Course in Newton Abbot for 16 to 18 Year Olds

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 Newton Abbot. Classes run at Newton Abbot College, full-time during the day.

The course covers a broad range of IT topics. You'll study cyber security, global information, product development, and how the internet works. It also covers the fundamentals of IT and control systems. The course takes two years to complete.

To join, you'll need at least Grade 5 in GCSE English and Maths, plus Grade 5 or equivalent in at least three other GCSEs. You'll finish with a Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in IT.

Who this course is for

IT is at the heart of everyday life, at work, home and in our leisure time: from computer graphics and control systems, to communications and problem solving, IT has an ever increasing role to play. The Cambridge Technicals in IT draws this together through a wide range of units such as the fundamentals of IT, cyber security, Global information, Product Development and how the internet has developed. It's an ideal foundation for students entering the workplace. The Cambridge Technicals in IT provides students with a theoretical background reinforced with practical skills that transfer into the modern workplace.

Entry requirements

Students must have achieved a minimum of Grade 5 or above in both English and Mathematics and Grade 5 (equivalent) in at least 3 other GCSE/Level 2 qualifications. A pass at Level 2 Creative iMedia would be desirable.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the fundamentals of IT systems and how they work.
  • You'll study cyber security principles and how to protect data.
  • You'll learn about global information and how data moves around the world.
  • You'll develop skills in product development within an IT context.
  • You'll understand how the internet has developed and how it functions.
  • You'll apply IT knowledge to real workplace and communication scenarios.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Newton Abbot College. The Cambridge Technical is assessed through a mix of coursework and exams. Units are assessed as you complete them. Some units involve practical tasks and projects. Others are assessed through written exams set by OCR.

What you will need to bring

Newton Abbot College will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT Support Technician, provides technical help to users in a business.
  • Junior IT Assistant, supports day-to-day IT operations in an organisation.
  • Help Desk Analyst, handles IT queries and troubleshooting for staff or customers.
  • IT Administrator, manages systems, accounts, and basic network tasks.
  • Junior Web Support Assistant, maintains websites and digital content for a team.

What you could study next

  • A Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT, if you want to specialise further before higher study.
  • A Higher National Certificate at Level 4 in Computing or IT, a common next step into higher education.
  • A degree in Computer Science or Information Technology at Level 6, for roles in software development or IT management.
  • An apprenticeship in IT or digital support, combining work and further study.
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