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Level 3 IT Course in Waltham Forest

Cost£5,421.00
Duration28 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 IT Course in Waltham Forest. Classes run at Waltham Forest College Forest Road, full-time during the day.

The course runs over 28 weeks and is equivalent to two A-levels. You'll build specialist skills in areas such as networking, programming, and data management. In year one you work toward a Level 3 National Extended Certificate in IT. On successful completion, you progress to the full Diploma.

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

Who this course is for

This course is equivalent to 2 A-levels and is made up of 2 qualifications over 2 years.

In your first year of study, you will work towards the Level 3 National Extended Certificate in IT. On successful completion of year one, you will progress to the Level 3 Diploma in IT.

This course supports the development of essential, specialist skills for careers in information technology such as networking, programming, or data management.

IT provides learners with the academic skills to progress to a range of higher education and apprenticeship courses including HNC or BA in computing, network engineering, business management, telecom professionals, infrastructure technician etc.

Through tutorial sessions you will be supported to enhance your employability skills including project management, team work, research, communication and presentation skills alongside your time management.

The course is scheduled over 3.5 days per week and will be a mixture of theory, practical and online lessons.

Entry requirements

The entry requirements for this course are:

  • 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above including English and maths, or;
  • Merit in relevant Level 2 qualification;
  • Interview and assessment.

You will have the opportunity to study GCSE maths or English alongside your course so you can progress onto the next level.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical networking skills, including how to set up and manage networks.
  • You'll learn programming fundamentals and write code to solve real problems.
  • You'll explore data management, including how data is stored, organised, and secured.
  • You'll study IT systems and understand how hardware and software work together.
  • You'll build knowledge of cybersecurity principles and how to protect digital systems.
  • You'll develop project management skills relevant to IT environments.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Waltham Forest College Forest Road. The course combines taught sessions with practical assignments and project work. Assessment is through coursework and unit assignments rather than a single exam. You'll also have an interview and initial assessment before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Waltham Forest College Forest Road will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT Support Technician, provides technical help to users and organisations.
  • Network Administrator, manages and maintains an organisation's computer networks.
  • Junior Programmer, writes and tests code for software applications.
  • Data Entry and Database Administrator, keeps business data accurate and accessible.
  • IT Helpdesk Analyst, troubleshoots hardware and software issues for staff or customers.
  • Systems Administrator, looks after servers and IT infrastructure.

What you could study next

  • HND in Computing, a higher-level qualification for those wanting to go deeper into IT before university.
  • Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology, for a full academic route into the profession.
  • CompTIA A+ or Network+ Certification, industry certifications that strengthen your CV for IT support and networking roles.
  • Level 4 IT Apprenticeship, combines work and study at a higher level.
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