National Extended Diploma in Computing Level 3 Year 1
at Boston College, Boston · college
Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2023see the detail
What the college says
The Computing National Foundation Diploma studied during the first year provides a comprehensive yet broad understanding of Computing. The structure of the programme provides an innovative and creative curriculum covering the core subject areas within IT.
What you need to get on
The entry qualifications for the Level 3 Computing Extended Diploma are five GCSEs at grade 4 or above (Old GCSE grade C or above) including English, Maths and related subjects (or equivalent) or Merit or above at Level 2.
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
Boston College Skirbeck Road
Skirbeck Road, Boston, PE21 6JF
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