Information Technology - Extended Diploma

Mandatory units make up 76% of the overall qualification.

External assessment accounts for 41% of the total qualification grade, with the remaining 59% assessed internally through coursework.

Learners will study four mandatory units:

• Unit 1: Information Technology Systems
• Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information
• Unit 3: Using Social Media in Business
• Unit 4: Programming – (Synoptic)

This qualification includes a choice of optional units, including:

• Unit 5: Data Modelling
• Unit 6: Website Development
• Unit 7: Mobile Apps Development
• Unit 8: Computer Games Development

This will allow progression to a variety of degrees when combined with other suitable Level 3 qualifications.

4 GCSEs at grade 9-4 (A*-C), including English and Maths, or a Level 2 qualification (Merit or Distinction) in a related subject. Note: for skills-based qualifications you might need the skills at Level 2 in order to enrol onto the Level 3.

You are going to take onscreen exams for the two mandatory units that are externally assessed. For the remaining units you are internally assessed by completing practical assignments and to showcase what you have learnt and accomplished you will build a digital portfolio of your work. You will also be able to take additional classes in Mathematics and English and gain separate qualifications in these subjects.

Choies include:

• HNC in Interactive Media
• FdSC in Business Computing
• HND in Engineering
• BTEC HND in Digital Technologies: AI Solutions & Applications (HTQ)
• BTEC HND in Computing: Cyber Security (HTQ)
• BTEC HND in Digital Technologies: Software Development & Programming (HTQ)

The course gives learners the potential opportunity to progress to employment or to employment in a wide range of job roles across the Information and Creative Technology sector, for example in roles such as:

• Junior/Apprentice Software Engineer
• Junior/Apprentice Website Content Developer
• Trainee Computer Animator
• Junior/Apprentice Helpdesk Support
• Apprenticeship

2 Years