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Level 3 IT Course at Bispham Campus

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Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Blackpool and The Fylde College lists a fee of £4,291.50 if you're not eligible. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Blackpool and The Fylde College for more info.

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About this course

Level 3 IT Course in Blackpool. Classes run at Bispham Campus. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English or maths, to get started. An interview with a tutor is also part of the entry process. Over two years of full-time daytime study, you'll build broad knowledge across networking, system security, software development, web technologies, and computer science. The course covers both technical skills and the kind of independent working that IT roles demand. Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Diploma in Information Technology with certificate.

Who this course is for

Interested in a career in computing (networking, system security, software development, web technologies or computer science) ? This course provides the skills and experience to launch your successful career in industries increasingly reliant on technology professionals. Want to learn how to create games people will love? About the growing challenges of keeping networks safe - and how to stay on top? This Level 3 Extended Diploma will provide students with a broad knowledge of IT and the confidence and abilities to progress to higher education courses not only in technology, but also a great many other disciplines.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs grade 4 or above including English or maths grade 4 or above OR Level 2 vocational qualification in relevant subject and English or Maths grade 4 or above (Students can re-sit English or Maths GCSE alongside this course) PlusA successful interview with a tutorThe ability to study independentlyA genuine interest in the subjectGood communication skillsHardworking approach towards the industry

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how computer networks are built, managed, and secured.
  • You'll study the principles of system security and how to protect digital infrastructure.
  • You'll develop software using programming languages and development tools.
  • You'll learn how websites and web applications are designed and built.
  • You'll examine computer science concepts that underpin modern technology.
  • You'll investigate how games are designed and developed.
  • You'll practise working independently on projects, as IT roles require.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bispham Campus, combining taught content with practical project work. The BTEC format means assessment is largely assignment-based rather than exam-only. You'll complete units assessed through coursework, projects, and practical tasks, building a portfolio of evidence across the two years. Some units may include external assessments set by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bispham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT support technician: diagnosing and fixing hardware and software issues
  • Junior software developer: writing and testing code for applications
  • Network administrator: managing and maintaining computer networks
  • Web developer: building and maintaining websites and web applications
  • Cybersecurity analyst: monitoring systems and responding to threats
  • IT systems administrator: keeping business IT infrastructure running
  • Junior games developer: contributing to game design and development projects

What you could study next

  • Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering: the natural next step if you want to specialise and move into graduate-level roles.
  • Degree in Cybersecurity or Network Engineering: for those drawn to the security and infrastructure side of IT.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing: a shorter higher-education route, often available at further education colleges, that can lead into employment or top up to a degree.
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