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Nat Ext Dip IT (2 Yr) L3

at MidKent College, Gillingham · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 weekFull time

What the college says

With digital skills becoming ever more important in today’s world, our Level 3 in Information Technology and Games Development aims to equip our students with key and in demand skills to find success in the growing sector. Our Level 3 programme uses a project-centred approach that brings multiple subjects together into one continuous project. This allows students to explore topics in greater depth and make strong, real-world links to industry practices across both years of the course. This programme combines two qualifications in one: BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Digital Games Design and Development BTEC Level 3 National in Information Technology (AAQ) Year 1 focuses on core IT and digital skills, including computer hardware, networking systems, digital media, and scripting for apps and game engines. Year 2 builds on this foundation by exploring cyber security and website development, while further developing game design skills such as 3D modelling, testing, and refinement. With a split of both coursework and exams, the Level 3 programme covers the following units: BTEC National in Information Technology (AAQ) Equivalent to 1 A-Level: Information Technology Systems (Exam) Cyber Security and Incident Management (Exam) Relational Database Development Website Development BTEC National Diploma in Digital Games Design and Development Equivalent to 2 A-Levels: Digital Media Skills (Exam) Responding to a Commission (Exam) Digital Games Production Media Enterprise App Production Game Engi

What you need to get on

Five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English and maths at grade C/4 or above.

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

Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Gillingham

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