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BTEC National Extended Certificate in Computing

at The Basildon Upper Academy, Basildon · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course is designed for learners who are interested in learning about the computing sector alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses, not necessarily in the computing sector. It is equivalent in size to one A Level.

What you need to get on

Level 2 BTEC in computing or equivalent. If not studied at GCSE then a Grade 4 or above in English and Maths is required.

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 Basildon Academies Sixth Form

    Wickford Avenue, Basildon, SS13 3HL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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