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Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Information Technology (Extended Certificate)

at The Douay Martyrs Catholic School, Uxbridge · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull time

What the college says

This qualification is for students who want to explore the exciting and essential world of Information Technology (IT). You'll gain both practical skills and a strong understanding of IT's role in the modern world. The BTEC National in IT is designed to be taken alongside A-Levels (it’s equivalent to one A-Level). It complements subjects like A-Level Mathematics and A-Level Business Studies particularly well. It's the ideal choice if you want a progression route to university and a career in the IT sector, providing a solid foundation for higher education and future employment.

What you need to get on

As per Sixth Form standard entry requirements

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • The Douay Martyrs Catholic Secondary School

    Edinburgh Drive Ickenham, Uxbridge, UB10 8QY

    DaytimeClassroom based
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