BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in IT (Computing & Games)
This dynamic course allows you to study a broad computing curriculum, including games design, cyber security, and programming. Perfect for students who are unsure which area of computing they wish to pursue a career in, but who are confident it will be in a computing discipline.
Top Course Highlights
- Small Classes
- Experienced Tutors
- Modern Equipment
- Excellent Facilities
Learn from sector experts
You will be taught by staff with extensive experience who will advance your knowledge and skills to meet the expectations of the IT industry.
Develop work-related skills
During your tutorial programme, you will develop personal and work-related skills which will help prepare you for Higher Education and full-time work.
Enjoy professional surroundings
Our computer rooms are kitted out with the latest computers and software resources.
WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?
If you enjoy learning about Computers and Information Technology, then the Extended National Diploma in Information Technology will be of great interest to you. This new course has been completely revamped to cover the very latest subjects in Information Technology. Building on your existing knowledge this course will stretch and challenge your IT knowledge and skills. Lessons take place in specialist IT rooms with networked PCs. Your lecturers will be specialists in their field who will teach you through a variety of demonstrations, lectures and by helping you undertake a variety of practical tasks. You will have access to hardware and networking lab facilities for the practical parts of the course.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
Covering thirteen different subjects over two years, you will study a wide range of topics including the Information Technology Systems, Creating Systems to Manage Information, Using Social Media in Business, Computer Programming and Games Development. You will work on a wide variety of interesting practical and theoretical projects.
WHERE WILL IT TAKE ME?
Upon successful completion of this course you will have a comprehensive understanding of modern Information Technology. You will be well prepared to enter the work place as an IT professional or to go on and study an IT degree at university, or even become an Apprentice and earn while you learn.
Today’s BTEC Nationals are demanding, as you would expect of the most respected applied learning qualification in the UK. You will have to complete all the units, be organised, take some assessments that we will set and mark by college and the exam board, and keep a portfolio of your assignments. But you can feel proud to achieve a BTEC because, whatever your plans in life – whether you decide to study further, go on to work or an apprenticeship, or set up your own business – your BTEC National will be your passport to success in the next stage of your life.
You must attend an interview where your experience and/or performance and attitude will be taken into account. You will need 4 GCSEs at Grade 4, at least one of these in Maths and/or English.
Working within the Student Services area, the Student Support team will see you on a one to one basis and offer advice and guidance on financial, personal and emotional issues. A professional team of staff work together with your personal tutor to support you so that you can successfully complete your course and recognise pathways to progression after leaving College.
Awarding Body: Pearson/Edexcel
