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Level 3 IT Course in Enfield

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start4 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC National Extended Diploma in Information Technology in Enfield. Classes run at Barnet and Southgate College Southgate Campus, full-time during the day.

An Advanced Learner Loan may be available if you are 19 or over. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances. The course runs over 36 weeks. You will study cybersecurity, programming, website development, database development, and data modelling. You will also cover social media management and business IT.

You will need five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English and maths. You finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Extended Diploma in Information Technology.

Who this course is for

In this qualification, you will develop your knowledge and skills in Computing and Information Technology. You will explore how hardware and software work together, how to manage and communicate information and data effectively, and how to design and develop digital technologies and processes that support organisations. Units include (subject to change): Cybersecurity, Programming/Coding, Website Development, Database Development, Data Modelling, Business & IT Enterprise, Social Media Management, Cloud Software, Internet of Things amongst others.

Entry requirements

Applicants must have the following qualifications: 5 GCSEs including English and maths at Grade 4/5 (C) or above. We will consider equivalent qualifications.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how hardware and software work together.
  • You'll learn the fundamentals of cybersecurity.
  • You'll write and test code through programming and coding units.
  • You'll build and develop websites.
  • You'll design and work with databases.
  • You'll model and manage data for organisations.
  • You'll understand how IT supports business and enterprise.
  • You'll use social media tools in a professional context.

How you will learn

You will learn through classroom-based sessions at the Southgate Campus. The BTEC is assessed through coursework and assignments rather than exams. You will complete units across the two years, building a portfolio of work that covers each subject area. Some units may involve practical projects and group tasks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Barnet and Southgate College Southgate Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT support technician, helps users and maintains systems for an organisation.
  • Software developer, writes and tests code for applications and services.
  • Web developer, builds and maintains websites and web applications.
  • Cyber security analyst, monitors systems and protects against online threats.
  • Database administrator, manages and maintains data systems for a business.
  • IT systems administrator, keeps networks and servers running day to day.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 HNC in Computing, a higher-level qualification for those wanting to specialise further.
  • Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering, for those aiming for graduate-level roles.
  • CompTIA or Cisco certifications, vendor qualifications that employers in IT support and networking value highly.
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