From smartphones and wifi, to hashtags and instant messaging, over the last 20 years technology has dramatically changed the way in which we live and communicate.
Entry requirements
Level 2 Merit in A-level 2 IT qualification. If Level 2 IT has not been taken, the student must have at least a 5 in Mathematics and English Language.
Assessment
The course will be broken down into a number of units; 2 core units and 2 non-core units. The core units are assessed through written exam papers and non-core units are internally marked and assessed assignments (coursework).
Level 3 IT brings together knowledge and understanding with practical and technical skills. Learners study a variety of up to date and relevant vocational topics that encourage the development of work based behaviours and transferable skills such as web site design and development, graphical skills and data modelling. Students also gain transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis, which are valued in both higher education and the workplace. It is for this reason that Level 3 IT prepares students for further study at degree level or an apprenticeship / work based route.
You will study units including:
Further information
Level 3 IT will be assessed at Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction* and is the equivalent to 1 A-level carrying the same amount of UCAS tariff points.
Learners will be expected to undertake relevant work experience as part of the 2 year course.
Examination Board - Edexcel
