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Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in IT

at Northampton College, Northampton · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

The digital industry is a major source of employment in the UK; 1.9 million people were working in the industry in 2022. Digital skills span all industries; almost all jobs in the UK today require employees to have a proficient level of digital literacy. BTEC Nationals in IT is a modern, work-related qualification with clear purpose and defined progression routes into higher education or employment. The course focuses on the development of a range of applications across different platforms and sectors. They will help you to develop high-level skills employers and universities look for such as teamwork, creative thinking and presentation skills as well as giving you the opportunity to build independent research and study skills essential for success at university and in the work-place. This course is ideal if you have an interest in Computing and IT and wish to gain a Level 3 qualification in Information Technology.

What you need to get on

English and Maths GCSE at grade 4 or above plus 2 other GCSEs at grade 9-4 GCSE Computer Science/ICT or similar would be an advantage.

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

  • NORTHAMPTON COLLEGE (DAVENTRY)

    1 Badby Road West, DAVENTRY, NN11 4HJ

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  • NORTHAMPTON COLLEGE

    Main Campus Booth Lane, NORTHAMPTON, NN3 3RF

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Start dates

  • 31 August 2026 · DAVENTRY
  • 31 August 2026 · NORTHAMPTON

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