Information Technology Summary

Studying Information Technology (IT) at BTEC Level 3 offers a promising choice for various reasons. The field’s high demand across industries underscores its employability, leading to diverse career options like IT support, cybersecurity, networking, and more. BTEC Level 3 IT courses provide a hands-on learning approach, enabling practical experience with cutting-edge technologies. Moreover, this qualification facilitates career progression towards higher education or certifications, opening pathways to roles in web development, networking, and cybersecurity.

The program’s diverse curriculum encompasses databases, web development, and social media use in business, while the broad spectrum of IT specialisations, ranging from programming to data analytics, can be explored through the variety of modules available.

Entry Requirements

  • GCSE Grade 4 or higher in ICT, or Level 2 Pass or higher in an equivalent vocational qualification

Course Duration

2 years full-time

Specification

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Information Technology

How you will study

Information Technology BTEC Level 3 is made up of four units which consist of a selection of coursework and exam-based tasks. You will study using digital materials in the classroom and produce products to meet the requirements of each unit.

Component breakdown

Information Technology Systems: 33% – Exam
You will study and learn about the role of computer systems and the implications of their uses in both personal and professional situations.

Creating Systems to Manage Information: 25% – Exam
You will study the design, creation, testing and evaluation of a relational database system to manage information.

Using Social Media in Business: Coursework Project 25%
You will explore how business use social media to promote their products and services and implement a social media campaign tailored to a given business model.

Website Development: Coursework Project 17%
You will investigate website development principles and then design and develop a functional website using scripting languages.

Careers and Destinations

There are numerous career options and destinations for A Level computer
science students, some of which include:

  • Systems Administrator: Install, configure, and maintain computer systems and networks.
  • Social Media Administrator: Managing and producing/promoting the use of social media.
  • IT Project Manager: Plan, execute, and manage IT projects for organizations.
  • Data Analyst: Collect, analyse, and interpret data to help organizations make informed decisions.
  • Technical Support Specialist: Provide technical support to end-users in
    organizations.
  • Systems Administrator: Install, configure, and maintain computer systems and networks.
  • Social Media Administrator: Managing and producing/promoting the use of social media.
  • IT Project Manager: Plan, execute, and manage IT projects for organizations.

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