Level 3 Information Technology Extended Certificate

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Level 3 Information Technology Extended Certificate

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Level 3 Information Technology Extended Certificate

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Level 3 Information Technology Extended Certificate

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Course Introduction

This one-year AAQ BTEC qualification is for students interested in learning about the Information Technology sector, with a view to progressing into industry, an apprenticeship, or a wide range of higher education courses.

You will learn about IT systems components, including networking and emerging technologies. You will also learn how to design and develop websites and databases, as well as the practical skills and technologies required. You will investigate cybersecurity threats and protection measures, and learn valuable industry skills.

The course is designed to be taken as part of a programme of study, and can be taken alongside GCSE English and maths. This qualification is equivalent in size to one A Level.

Course Content

You will study four units over the course of one year. These are as follows:

Unit 1 Information Technology Systems
Unit 2 Cyber Security and Incident Management
Unit 3 Website Development
Unit 4 Relational Database Development

Entry Requirement

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including either English or maths is required. If you are a progressing student, successful completion of the Level 2 Certificate in ICT (equivalent to 2 GCSE's) is accepted, provided that you have also achieved either English or maths and have the equivalent of 5 GCSE’s in total.

Assessment

There are 4 mandatory units. Two are internally assessed and two are externally assessed (exams).

Where does this course lead to

After successful completion of this course, you will have the opportunity to progress straight into employment, a higher-level apprenticeship, or progression to university with a Foundation year.