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Level 3 IT Course in Bingley

Cost£17.00
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 IT Course in Bingley. Classes run at Bingley Grammar School, full-time over two years.

You'll explore how IT systems work on a global scale. Topics include IT infrastructure, the flow of information, and legal and security considerations. You'll also look at how quickly technology is changing. Entry requires at least five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Maths and English Language.

You'll finish with a Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in IT.

Who this course is for

The qualification aims to develop your skills, knowledge and understanding of the principles of IT and Global Information Systems. You will gain an insight into the IT sector as we investigate the pace of technological change, IT infrastructure, the flow of information on a global scale, and the importance of legal and security considerations.

Entry requirements

To study in the Sixth Form, students much achieve the general entry requirements which are a minimum of 5 x GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade 4 or above from a range of subjects including Mathematics and English Language.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles of IT and how global information systems work.
  • You'll explore IT infrastructure and how it supports organisations.
  • You'll examine how information flows across networks and systems.
  • You'll study legal responsibilities and data protection in IT.
  • You'll learn about cybersecurity and why it matters.
  • You'll investigate the pace of technological change and its impact.
  • You'll develop practical skills relevant to working in the IT sector.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Bingley Grammar School. The OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in IT is assessed through a mix of exams and coursework. Some units are assessed by external exams. Others are assessed through assignments and projects you complete during the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. You will be expected to purchase a revision guide, which costs around £17. Bingley Grammar School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Application developer, builds software and apps for businesses or consumers.
  • 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 solve technical problems day to day.
  • IT administrator, manages systems and user accounts within an organisation.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 IT apprenticeship, combines work and study to build hands-on experience in a tech role.
  • Higher National Certificate in Computing (Level 4), a step toward a degree-level IT qualification.
  • Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology, for those aiming at graduate-level roles in development, data, or systems.
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