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Free Level 3 IT Course in Sheffield

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 IT Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College, full-time during the day.

This Pearson Edexcel BTEC covers the core skills employers look for in tech roles. You'll study networking, programming, cyber security, and data management. The course takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with a BTEC National Extended Diploma in Information Technology.

Who this course is for

The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.

Entry requirements

Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how computer networks are built and managed.
  • You'll study programming concepts and write working code.
  • You'll explore cyber security threats and how to defend against them.
  • You'll work with databases and learn how data is stored and used.
  • You'll develop skills in web design and digital content creation.
  • You'll understand how IT systems support businesses and organisations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical projects, and assignments. Assessment is mainly coursework-based, with tasks set throughout the year. You'll build a portfolio of work that shows what you can do. Some units may include written tasks or presentations.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT Support Technician, helps users fix hardware and software problems.
  • Software Developer, builds apps and programmes for businesses.
  • Web Developer, designs and maintains websites and web applications.
  • Cyber Security Analyst, protects organisations from online threats.
  • Network Engineer, sets up and manages computer networks.
  • Data Analyst, turns raw data into useful business insights.

What you could study next

  • HNC or HND in Computing, a higher-level qualification for deeper technical study.
  • Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering, for those aiming at graduate-level roles.
  • IT Apprenticeship, earn while you apply your skills in a real workplace.
  • Professional certifications such as CompTIA A+ or Microsoft qualifications, valued by employers in specific tech roles.
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