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BTEC Level 3 ICT

at The Hollyfield School and Sixth Form Centre, Surbiton · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Contact provider for more information as this may not be up to date course information. It is the equivalent of one A Level and will be taken in conjunction with other BTECs or A Levels. It provides an introduction to the study of creating IT systems to manage and share information. It makes up a third of a typical study programme, and is normally taken alongside other level 3 qualifications. There are three mandatory Units that students have to complete plus one optional one. Learners complete and achieve all four units Unit 1. Information Technology Systems (120 GLH) H S Unit 2. Creating Systems to Manage Information (90 GLH) H Unit 3. Using Social Media in Business (90 GLH) H The fourth unit will be chosen in line with the expertise of the teaching staff so that students achievement can be supported. It may include Unit 5 Data Modelling or Unit 6. Website Development. Please note that Unit 1 is externally examined. Unit 1: Information Technology systems, students are required to sit a two hour exam, which is worth 90 marks. The exam will assess students understanding of computer systems and the implications of their use in personal and professional situations.

What you need to get on

Grade 4 ICT or Computing or a Merit at DiDA

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 Hollyfield School and Sixth Form Centre

    Surbiton Hill Road, Surbiton, KT6 4TU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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