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Level 3 IT Course in Peterlee – East Durham College Peterlee Campus

Cost£5,238.00
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

About this course

Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in IT in Peterlee. Classes run at East Durham College Peterlee Campus, full-time during the day.

The course runs over 36 weeks and covers the skills employers look for in digital roles. You'll work with industry software including Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, and Microsoft Office. Units explore areas such as digital media, web development, and IT systems. This Level 3 IT qualification is awarded by OCR.

You'll finish with a Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT.

Who this course is for

This course has been developed to follow current digital industry requirements and match the proposed government changes to the national curriculum in ICT. Developments such as iPads, BlackBerrys, Apps, social media and online gaming are now a part of everyday life. The career opportunities in this market are growing massively. Applications and packages studied include Adobe Creative Suite 5, Photoshop, Dreamweaver & Flash, DVD software and use of Office Suite. The course will include guest speakers, trips, work experience activities as well as the individual projects you will work on to achieve the units.

Entry requirements

Applicants require at least five GCSEs at grade C or above (or equivalents), including English and Maths. A BTEC Level 2 Diploma in IT (with Merits or Distinctions) will also be considered.

What you will learn

  • You'll use Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop and Dreamweaver, to create digital content.
  • You'll develop web pages and understand the principles of web design.
  • You'll work with video and DVD software to produce digital media.
  • You'll apply Microsoft Office tools in professional IT contexts.
  • You'll explore how digital technologies such as apps and social media shape the industry.
  • You'll build an understanding of IT systems and how they support organisations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at East Durham College Peterlee Campus. The course uses a mix of practical project work and written assignments. OCR assesses the Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in IT through a combination of internally assessed units and externally set tasks. Guest speakers from the digital industry also contribute to the programme.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. East Durham College Peterlee Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT Support Technician, helps users and maintains computer systems for an organisation.
  • Software Developer, builds and tests applications and digital tools.
  • Web Designer, creates and maintains websites for businesses or clients.
  • Digital Media Producer, creates video, graphics, and online content.
  • IT Technician, installs and supports hardware and software in a workplace.
  • Junior Network Administrator, supports network infrastructure for an employer.

What you could study next

  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing, a Level 4 qualification for those wanting to go deeper into software, networking, or systems.
  • Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology, for those aiming for graduate-level roles in development or data.
  • CompTIA A+ or similar vendor certifications, widely recognised by employers for IT support roles.
  • Level 4 IT Apprenticeship, combining work and study toward a higher-level IT role.

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