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

at Fullbrook School, Addlestone · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This qualification is designed to allow students to enter employment within the IT sector upon completion or allow them to continue their learning at university level. Students will develop hands on experience with designing and developing a web site and a relational database to meet a client’s requirements. Students will explore how IT is used within every organisation and industry worldwide and how it benefits us all as well as develop cyber security skills.

What you need to get on

Grade 6 or above at GCSE in Computer Science or Creative iMedia. It is not essential to have studied IT at GCSE but an interest in the subject, willingness and ability to work independently and be self-motivated is a must.

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

  • Fullbrook School

    Selsdon Road New Haw, Addlestone, KT15 3HW

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Addlestone

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