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

at St Paul'S Catholic School, Milton Keynes · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

In today’s society, we are living in a truly modern and evolving digital environment. This qualification provides fundamental knowledge of Information Technology covering the role and implications of using Information Technology systems and cyber-security threats and how to manage attacks. It will develop important skills for creating websites to meet a specific purpose and to manage data through the development of a relational database solution.

What you need to get on

A minimum of a Level 2 Pass in Digital Information Technology (if studied at KS4), is needed to study this programme.

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

  • St Paul's Catholic School

    Phoenix Drive Leadenhall, Milton Keynes, MK6 5EN

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Milton Keynes

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