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BTEC National Extended Certificate in Information Technology

at Idsall School, Shifnal · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2024see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

This course prepares students with a mixture of practical and theoretical ICT skills, providing sound preparation for a range of jobs and university courses. The Certificate (AS equivalent) is awarded at the end of Year 12, and the Extended Certificate (A2 equivalent) is awarded at the end of Year 13.

What you need to get on

Students must achieve a grade total of at least 8 in English Language and Mathematics, with no grade less than a 4. Students must achieve a grade 5 in subjects they want to continue at A Level, except in English Language and Mathematics. An average point score of 4.5 is required. If you wish to study this BTEC along with 2 more BTECs you must meet the BTEC entry requirements and achieve at least a Merit or B in ICT.

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

  • Idsall School

    Coppice Green Lane, Shifnal, TF11 8PD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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