BTEC National Extended Certificate in Information Technology
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for. It is approved for 16 to 18 study, so it can be taken as part of a study programme.
168 providers teach this exact qualification.
West Midlands35
Burton-On-Trent · 2 years
They ask for: Five Grade 4s or above, including Maths and English. Grade 4+ or equivalent in an ICT qualification will be of benefit but is not essential.
Their versionFreeStone · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE's grades 9-4 (A*-C) including English and maths
Their versionFreeBirmingham · 2 years
They ask for: 4- 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, including science, maths and English.
Their versionFreeWalsall · 18 months
They ask for: View our Sixth Form Prospectus on our website for more details.
Their versionFreeBishop Milner Catholic College
Dudley · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSEs Grade 5 or above inc Eng/Maths
Birmingham · 2 years
They ask for: 4- 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, including science, maths and English.
Their versionFree24 months
They ask for: A GCSE Grade 4 in Mathematics and Grade 4 in English Language or English Literature.
Their versionFreeWolverhampton · 2 years
They ask for: Merit or above in BTEC ICT or Grade 4 or above in GCSE Computer Science.
Their versionFreeNuneaton · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C. IT GCSE or equivalent at grade C (Desirable)
Their versionFreeSutton Coldfield · 2 years
They ask for: Applicants will need to have a minimum of 5 grades 9-4 (or A*-C) GCSEs, including English and Mathematics. Internal applicants who meet the minimum academic ent
Their versionFreeWednesbury · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE English Grade 4 or above GCSE Maths Grade 4 or above
Their versionFreeBirmingham · 2 years
They ask for: 4-5 GCSE's at grade 4 (C) or above.
Their versionFreeBirmingham · 2 years
They ask for: 4 Grade 4 GCSEs
Their versionFreeWorcester · 2 years
They ask for: 8 GCSEs Grade 4 to 9
Hereford · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Shifnal · 1 year
They ask for: 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
Their versionFreeWalsall · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum of 5 grade 4 at GCSE or equivalent. Grade 4 or equivalent in your chosen study subject is preferred.
Their versionFreeLandau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form
Tamworth · 2 years
They ask for: 4-5 GCSE's at grade 4 (C) or above including English and a performing arts related subject. You will need to have some previous performance experience be expect
Their versionFreeBirmingham · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Mathsw and English at grade 4 or above
Their versionFreeCradley Heath · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Cradley Heath · 2 years
They ask for: Maths/English at grade 4+ and a KS4 ICT qualification e.g. BTEC L2 at Merit or Higher.
President Kennedy School Academy
Coventry · 2 years
They ask for: 5 x GCSE grade 4+ including English and Maths. A Merit in DIT Level is also advantageous, if taken, at Level 2.
Their versionFree12 months
They ask for: High Needs Students with EHC Plan and referral through Local Authority OR apply directly to College to apply for initial assessment. This will form part of a wi
Their versionFreeRoyal National College For The Blind
Hereford · 12 months
They ask for: An interest in the subject area or career path is desirable, however entry requirements can be discussed individually during Pre-Entry Assessment.
Their versionFreeSmethwick · 24 months
They ask for: 4-5 GCSEs at grade 5 (grade C) or above or an equivalent level 2 qualification.
Their versionFreeCoventry · 23 months
They ask for: An interest in Computing and IT. You will need a minimum of 5 GCSE’s at grades A*-C’s including at least a grade 4 in English Language and at least a 'Merit' or
Their versionFreeCoventry · 22 months
They ask for: 4-5 GCSE's grade 4 (C) or above including English and maths or a relevant Level 2 qualification.
Their versionFreeBewdley · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 4 in 2 or more subjects at GCSE (including Maths or English Language), plus subject specific requirements: Grade 5 at GCSE English
Their versionFreeBurton-On-Trent · 2 years
They ask for: 5 Grade 9 - 4 passes including English and Maths Grade 4
Their versionFree2 years
They ask for: 4 GCSE's A-C
Their versionFreeWest Bromwich · 2 years
They ask for: 4-5 GCSE's grade 4 (C) or above including English and maths or a relevant Level 2 qualification.
Their versionFreeThe Sixth Form College, Solihull
2 years
They ask for: If you have taken an IT course at GCSE you must have achieved at least grade 4, or at least merit in OCR Nationals or BTEC First Diplomas. These requirements ar
Wolverhampton · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above including English, Maths and Science or a relevant Level 2 work related qualification.
Their versionFreeWindsor High School and Sixth Form
Halesowen · 2 years
They ask for: 5 grade 4s or above including English or Maths
Their versionFreeSpetchley Road · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
London28
All Saints Catholic High School
London · 2 years
They ask for: 5 grade 9-4s or equivalent including English Language 4 and Maths 4 or A grade 4 in GCSE Business Studies or a C in ICT
Their versionFreeWembley · 2 years
They ask for: The minimum entry requirement will be five GCSE qualifications at Grades 4 - 9 These must include: English Language Grade 4 - 9 Mathematics Grade 4 - 9 ICT Or C
Their versionFreeIlford · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeSidcup · 2 years
They ask for: Contact provider for more information
Their versionFreeWesterham · 2 years
They ask for: 4 x 9-4 GCSE's
Their versionFreeHarrow · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSEs A*-C including Grade 4 English or Maths
Their versionFreeSouthall · 18 months
They ask for: Level 3 Entrance Criteria 5A*-D/9-3 required including a D/3 in English Lang and Maths. Level 2 BTECs accepted at Pass level. min APS 3.5
Their versionFreeLondon · 24 months
They ask for: The minimum entry requirements for Advanced Level courses are 5 full GCSE grades at 4 to 9, or grades A* to C, including English Language and Maths. Any vocatio
Their versionFreeBromley · 2 years
They ask for: See Hayes School website for course specific entry criteria
Their versionFreeHounslow · 2 years
They ask for: Attainment 8 Score of 38+ and preferably a Grade 4+ in English and Mathematics.
Their versionFreeLondon · 2 years
They ask for: At least 5 GCSEs grades 9 - 4 including Maths and English. You will need to be well-motivated and committed to attending classes and completing all coursework o
Their versionFreeLilian Baylis Technology School
London · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE's grade 9-5, or equivalent at Merit grade, including English and Maths
London · 37 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeThornton Heath · 18 months
They ask for: 6 GCSE grades 4 and above including English, Maths and Science
Their versionFreeChislehurst · 2 years
They ask for: CS or IT GCSE level 4
Their versionFreeSutton · 2 years
They ask for: 5+ GCSEs 9-4
Their versionFreeLondon · 2 years
They ask for: Computer Science at grade 4 or higher or BTEC Level 2 DIT at Merit or higher.
Their versionFreeFeltham · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeHarrow · 9 months
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at Grades 9-4 including either Maths grade 4 and/or English Language grade 4.
Their versionFreeLondon · 1 year
They ask for: https://www.sgmc.ac.uk/courses/entry-requirements/
Their versionFreeSt Mark'S Church of England Academy
Mitcham · 18 months
They ask for: 4 in Eng and /or 4 in Maths
St Thomas More Catholic School
London · 1 year
They ask for: Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics and English Language/ Literature or UK Equivavlent
Their versionFreeUxbridge · 2 years
They ask for: 4-5 GCSE's grade 4 (C) or above including English and maths or a relevant Level 2 qualification.
Their version£200The Hollyfield School and Sixth Form Centre
Surbiton · 24 months
They ask for: Grade 4 ICT or Computing or a Merit at DiDA
Their versionFreeSouth Croydon · 2 years
They ask for: Holds a minimum of five 9-4 GCSE qualifications
Their versionFreePurley · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE's at 5+ including English & Maths
London · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeIlford · 2 years
They ask for: 6 GCSE Grade 9-4 points including 4 in GCSE English and Maths
Their versionFree
North West22
Macclesfield · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE’s grades 9-4 including English Language and Maths. Preferred BTEC OR GCSE in ICT/Computer Science A BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in ICT is a qualification whi
Stockport · 10 months
They ask for: Please see website for details
Archbishop Beck Catholic College
Liverpool · 1 year
They ask for: Contact info@beck.uk.com
Their versionFreeBellerive Fcj Catholic College
Liverpool · 20 months
They ask for: 5 GCSE at grade 4 or above including English and Maths
Merseyside · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeHoly Family Catholic High School
Liverpool · 2 years
They ask for: GCSEs
Their versionFreeBootle · 70 weeks
They ask for: https://www.hughbaird.ac.uk/entry-requirements
Lymm · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GSCE Grade A* to C
Their versionFreeLiverpool · 2 years
They ask for: A minimum of five GCSE’s at level 4 or equivalent, (one of these must be GCSE English) from five separate subjects with an average points score of 4.0 or more.
Their versionFreeLancaster · 24 months
They ask for: 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
Their versionFreeWidnes · 2 years
They ask for: To study an A Level programme you will need to achieve a minimum of three grade 5s and two grade 4s at GCSE including English Language and Maths at grade 5. Eac
Their versionFreeWidnes · 2 years
They ask for: To study an A Level programme you will need to achieve a minimum of three grade 5s and two grade 4s at GCSE including English Language and Maths at grade 5. Eac
Sandbach · 22 months
They ask for: For a level 3 course the basic entry requirement is five GCSE, grades 5 or above. Specific Subject GCSE Grades Expected and Additional Skills: Previous study in
Their versionFreeSt Hilda'S Church of England High School
Liverpool · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at grade 4 and above
St John Henry Newman Catholic School
Carlisle · 2 years
They ask for: 5 or above at GCSE IT, Englsih and Maths
Their versionFreeWigan · 2 years
They ask for: College entry. You do not need to have studied Computer Science at GCSE or BTEC Information and Communication Technology. However, if you have studied these cou
Their versionFreeTarporley High School and Sixth Form College
Tarporley · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE 9-4
Their versionFreeThe Bishops' Blue Coat Church of England High School
Chester · 2 years
They ask for: Distinction in ECDL or Grade 5 in English.
Their versionFreeThe Blackpool Sixth Form College
2 years
They ask for: As BTEC level 3 courses are advanced courses, we require five A*- C passes of 4 (C) grade or above (or equivalent) including English language or maths. Please s
Ellesmere Port · 24 months
They ask for: 4+ in GCSE English, GCSE ICT preferred.
Their versionFreeWirral · 2 years
They ask for: 5A*-C including English and Maths at grade 5, plus B in this subject at GCSE
Their versionFreeWigan · 2 years
They ask for: Full details available on our website, click on the ‘Go to course’ button below.
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South East21
Bexhill-On-Sea · 2 years
They ask for: At least 4-5 GCSEs graded 9-4, including English or Maths.
Brockhill Park Performing Arts College
Hythe · 2 years
They ask for: 5 x GCSE at grades 5-9 inc English & Maths
Their versionFreeCamberley · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE's grades 9-4 (A*-C) including English and maths
Their versionFreeMaidenhead · 1 year
They ask for: 5 GCSE grade 5s and above including English and Maths
Their versionFreeReading · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeSittingbourne · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE grades 9 - 4
Their versionFreeEpsom · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GSCE Grade A* to C
Their versionFreeRochester · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeTonbridge · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 4 in both English and Maths GCSEs, and at least 3 other qualifications at grade 4 or above.
Their versionFreeGravesend · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics at Grade 4 or above. Level 2 qualification in ICT preferred but not essential.
Their versionFreeSeaford · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSEs with a mixture of 9-4 grades (or equivalent) in at least four different subjects, including English Language and Mathematics (minimum grade 4).
Their versionFreeDartford · 2 years
They ask for: 5+ GCSE 9-4 grades Grade 4 in English Language Grade 4 Mathematics and IT
Their versionFreeSt Anselm'S Catholic School, Canterbury
Canterbury · 2 years
They ask for: 4-5 GCSE's grade 4 or above including grade 3 in Maths
Their versionFreeSt John'S Catholic Comprehensive
Gravesend · 2 years
They ask for: A minimum of 5 subjects at GCSE Grade 4/BTEC Level 2 Pass or higher including a Grade 4 in GCSE English as well as a Grade 5 or higher in Maths (4 maybe accepta
Their versionFreeSt Simon Stock Catholic School
Maidstone · 2 years
They ask for: Level 2 Pass or above in BTEC IT or a Grade 4-9 in GCSE Mathematics.
Their versionFreeAylesbury · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE's at grade 4 (C) or above.
Their versionFreeAylesbury · 15 months
They ask for: You will need 5 GCSE subjects at Grade 4 or above with a Level 2 Pass in ICT or a Grade 4 or above in GCSE Computing.
Their versionFreeMilton Keynes · 2 months
They ask for: As per prospectus
The John Wallis Church of England Academy
Ashford · 2 years
They ask for: At least 5 4-9 GCSE grades (or A*-C legacy GCSE grades) with a minimum of 4 or above in GCSE English with GCSE Computing being an advantage
Their versionFreeWindsor · 24 months
They ask for: If you HAVE studied the subject in Years 10 & 11 - At least a grade B in a CiDA, OR a level 4 in Computer Science GCSE, AND at least a level 4 in Maths GCSE AND
Their versionFreeBrighton · 2 years
They ask for: Standard Advanced Level entry requirements Plus Grade 4 in GCSE Maths Grade 4 in GCSE IT or equivalent (desirable)
Their versionFree
East of England19
Wickford · 1 year
They ask for: Please see Sixth Form Prospectus
24 months
They ask for: Grade 4 in Maths and English Language; Grade 4 or above in IT or Computing at GCSE.
Their versionFreeClacton-On-Sea · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GSCE Grade 9 to 4
Their versionFreeIpswich · 2 years
They ask for: Centre requirements.
East Norfolk Sixth Form College
Great Yarmouth · 12 months
They ask for: Grade 4 in GCSE English Language and Maths is essential and an GCSE avg. of 4.5. Any IT qualification at L2 should be a C/4/Pass grade or above.
Their versionFreeNorwich · 176 hours
They ask for: You would benefit most from BTEC ICT if you have six GCSEs at grade A*‐C, including a B in an ICT or Computing qualification such as the Edexcel Certificate in
Their versionFreeStevenage · 2 years
They ask for: Students should have a Merit or above at Level 2 in ICT BTEC or a 5 or above in GCSE Computing. It is strongly advised that students should have a 5 in English
Their versionFreeIpswich · 2 years
They ask for: At least 5 9 to 4 grades at GCSE, including GCSE English Language. A Level 2 vocational qualification will be regarded as the equivalent of one of the 5 require
Their versionFreeHarpenden · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 4 in GCSE Maths and English Language
Their versionFreeShefford · 2 years
They ask for: APS 4.0. Grade 4 in GCSE Maths, Grade 4 in GCSE English Language and Literature.
Their versionFreeHuntingdon · 2 years
They ask for: Average point score 3.7+
Bedford · 2 years
They ask for: 7x GCSE grade 9-4 (or equivalent) including English & Maths
Their versionFreeSouthend-On-Sea · 360 hours
They ask for: 5+ GCSEs at grade 4+
Their versionFreeWestcliff-On-Sea · 2 years
They ask for: See provider for up-to-date information
St Mary'S Church of England High School (Va)
Waltham Cross · 2 years
They ask for: 5-7 GCSEs at grade 9-4 inc English and/or Maths at grade 4+ and grade P2/4 in ICT
Their versionFreeWestcliff-On-Sea · 2 years
They ask for: 6 GSCE Grade 9 to 5 (inc En & Ma)
Their versionFreeBenfleet · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GCSE English, 4 GCSE Maths.
Their versionFreeThomas Mills High School & Sixth Form
Woodbridge · 1 year
They ask for: English Language and Maths GCSEs at Grade 4 or above
Their versionFreeLeighton Buzzard · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GSCE Grade 5-9
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North East13
Wallsend · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above in appropriate subjects, including Grade 5 or above in chosen subject.
Their version£1,000Gateshead · 2 years
They ask for: Students must have a BTEC IT at merit if studied and a grade 4 in English and maths.
Their versionFreeNewcastle Upon Tyne · 2 years
They ask for: 4 in English if the subject has not been taken before. Level 2 Pass in a vocational course in the subject if taken
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 2 years
They ask for: Level 2 BTEC IT . Grade 4 in GCSE Maths and English. APS 4
Their versionFreeChester Le Street · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 4 in level 2 equivalent course or Grade 5 in English Language
Prior Pursglove and Stockton Sixth Form College
Guisborough · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
24 months
They ask for: Students must achieve 5 qualifications at Grade 4 or above to return to 6th Form at PCHS.
Their versionFreeHebburn · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GSCE Grade A* to C
Their versionFreeNewcastle Upon Tyne · 2 years
They ask for: Merit in IT or Grade 4 in English Language or Literature
Sunderland · 306 hours
They ask for: You will need 5 GCSE's at grade 4-9 including Maths and English
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 2 years
They ask for: Pass in Level 2 BTEC or entry requirement
Whitley Bay · 2 years
They ask for: Students must achieve at least a grade 4 in GCSE English Language or Literature. If students have studied GCSE ICT they must achieve a minimum of a pass.
Whitley Bay · 1 year
They ask for: Students must achieve at least a grade 4 in GCSE English Language or Literature. If students have studied GCSE ICT they must achieve a minimum of a pass.
Yorkshire and The Humber11
Leeds · 2 years
They ask for: To take 3 A Levels at Allerton Grange you are required to have a minimum of 5 GCSE subjects at grade 4 and above. Information Technology specific requirements a
Archbishop Holgate'S School, A Church of England Academy
York · 2 years
They ask for: Automatic entry onto Level 3 courses includes students achieving 4 x Grade 9-4 or equivalent at GCSE alongside a Grade 4 or above in English and/or Mathematics.
Batley · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Grade 4 in English Language and a keen interest in IT.
Their versionFreeBrighouse · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeHarrogate · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 4 in English GCSE Grade 4 in Maths GCSE
Their versionFreeGrimsby · 18 months
They ask for: 4-5 GCSE's including English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above.
Their versionFreeHuddersfield · 1 year
They ask for: huddnewcoll.ac.uk
Their versionFreeLeeds · 1 year
They ask for: Four GCSEs at grade 4, including English and maths or equivalent qualifications.
Sheffield · 2 years
They ask for: At least five 4 grades at GCSE and grade 4 in Mathematics and either English (Language or Literature) GCSE 5 or Level 2 Merit in ICT
Their versionFreeSowerby Bridge · 24 months
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeSheffield · 1 year
They ask for: Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
South West11
Cheltenham · 2 years
They ask for: See our current Sixth Form Prospectus for further details.
Gloucester · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE point score of above 4.0 in five or more subjects including English and maths or a relevant Level 2 qualification.
Their versionFreeBristol · 2 years
They ask for: Seven GCSEs grades 9-4 (or equivalent) including a 4 in English Language and a 4 in Mathematics.You do not have to have taken ICT at GCSE or BTEC IT Level 2.
Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group
Exeter · 165 hours
They ask for: See website for futher details
Wimborne · 2 years
They ask for: Pass in Level 2 Information and Creative Technology or GCSE Grade C in English and Maths
Bristol · 2 years
They ask for: Seven GCSEs grades 9-4 (or equivalent) including a 4 in English Language and a 4 in Mathematics.You do not have to have taken ICT at GCSE or BTEC IT Level 2.
Stoke Damerel Community College
Plymouth · 2 years
They ask for: Grades 4 - 9 in at least 5 GCSE subjects (for certain BTEC subjects these must include English and Maths).
Their versionFreeOttery St. Mary · 2 years
They ask for: Merit in BTEC L2 ICT or Computing
Their versionFreeTorquay · 18 months
They ask for: 5 GCSEs 9-4 if studying I.T you should achieve a Merit or above. However, it is not necessary to have studied Information Technology at Level 2.
Their versionFreeWiltshire · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSEs grades 4-9 (A*-C) including English and maths
Their versionFreeWyedean School and Sixth Form Centre
Chepstow · 2 years
They ask for: Entry requirements https://www.wyedean.gloucs.sch.uk/Sixth-Form/Curriculum/ Choose from BTEC Extended Certificate or BTEC Diploma
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East Midlands8
Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School
Dronfield · 2 years
They ask for: Five 9-5 grades including English and Maths plus an ICT qualification at level 2 (e.g. L2P+ in iMedia) This course is only avaiable to current Y13's who have al
Their versionFree2 years
They ask for: Pass at 4 or above in GCSE Computer Science or C GCSE ICT.
Their versionFreeMoulton School and Science College
Northampton · 2 years
They ask for: General Entry Criteria: An APS (average GCSE point score) of greater than 4.5 drawn from all GCSE results (from a minimum of 6 entries). Either Maths Grade 4 an
Sir Christopher Hatton Academy
Wellingborough · 22 months
They ask for: ? In line with the entry requirements for a Pathway 3 subject. ? You need not have studied ICT before. ? You must have English Language at a grade C.
Their version£175Skegness · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE - Grades 9 to 4
Their versionFreeThe Trinity Catholic School A Voluntary Academy
Nottingham · 2 years
They ask for: 4-5 GCSE's grade 4 (C) or above including English and maths or a relevant Level 2 qualification.
Their versionFreeGrantham · 2 years
They ask for: A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English and maths
Their versionFreeLeicester · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.