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BTEC National Extended Certificate in Information Technology

at Our Lady'S Catholic College, Lancaster · college

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

The BTEC Extended Certificate in Information Technology is suitable for students who are interested in learning about the Information Technology sector alongside other fields of study. It allows you to gain an understanding of the use of information technology systems in business. The course is part practical and part academic, and suits students who enjoy technical as well as creative subjects. Students are assessed through a combination of coursework and exam. You will study four units: Information Technology Systems; Creating Systems to Manage Information; Using Social Media in Business; and Data Modelling or Website Development.

What you need to get on

5 GCSE or equivalent pass at grade 4 or higher (at least one of which is in Maths or English) ICT GCSE Grade 4 or above GCSE English—Grade 4

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

  • Our Lady's Catholic College

    Morecambe Road, Lancaster, LA1 2RX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 4 September 2026 · Lancaster

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