Details
- Course: Level 3 Extended Diploma in Information Technology (3 A Levels)
- Qualification Type: National Extended Diploma (BTEC)
- Qualification Level: Level 3
- Course type: Full Time
- Duration: 52 Weeks
- Entry Requirements:
5 GCSEs (including English and maths) at Grade 4 or above
- Available Dates: 01/09/2026 to 31/08/2028
Overview
You will develop knowledge and practical skills in the field of information and communications technology, including web design and e-commerce, data communications, expert systems and computing, social media for businesses, information systems (Databases), programming, cyber security and incident management, IT services delivery, IT project management, computer game development digital 2D and 3D graphics and digital animation and effects. You will complete practical projects and assignments based on realistic workplace situations and find out about career routes in IT.
Details
Exam Based Units:
• Information Technology.
• Creating Systems to Manage Information
• Cyber Security & Incident Management
• IT Service Delivery
Coursework Based Units:
• Using Social Media in Business
• Data Modelling
• Programming
• Website Development
• Computer Games Development
• IT Project Management
• IT Technical Support & Management.
• Enterprise in IT
How will it be delivered?
Units 1, 2, 11 and 14 are assessed by written exams.
All other units are assessed by assignment work.
What can I do next?
Degrees or Apprenticeships in: Information Technology and Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Science, Computer Animation, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity. Career progression: IT systems support, IT engineer, Computer programmer, Ethical Hacker, computer scientist, software developer, networking and software engineer. Ethical Hacker, Fibre Network Planner, Head of Digital Acquisition, Cyber Security Analyst, IT consultant.
