BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Information Technology
at Macclesfield College, Macclesfield · college
What the college says
This course is suitable for school leavers.
What you need to get on
For this course you will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs Grade 4 or above, to include English and/or Maths, or a Level 2 qualification in a relevant subject.
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
Macclesfield College
Park Lane, Macclesfield, SK11 8LF
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Macclesfield
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