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BTEC National Extended Diploma in IT, Level 3

This Level 3 BTEC in IT provides students with a solid foundation for understanding and applying this subject in their future working lives. IT enables students to make the leap from passive consumers to active producers of quality digital content. The course is designed with input from employers and universities to ensure you gain up-to-date, relevant skills essential to thrive within the industry. You’ll benefit…

Your learning, in focus

What you’ll do

  1. Build digital systems

    Study programming, data modelling and information systems.

  2. Create digital content

    Explore website and mobile app development and social media in business.

  3. Work with real scenarios

    Complete practical assignments and theory-based work linked to business situations.

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Is this course for me?

This Level 3 BTEC in IT provides students with a solid foundation for understanding and applying this subject in their future working lives. IT enables students to make the leap from passive consumers to active producers of quality digital content.

The course is designed with input from employers and universities to ensure you gain up-to-date, relevant skills essential to thrive within the industry. 

You’ll benefit from supportive teaching, personal tutoring, and resources to help you succeed and ensure you unlock your full potential. 

What you will learn

The BTEC Level 3 in Information Technology (IT) is a specialist, work-related qualification designed for post-16 learners who are interested in a practical and theoretical approach to IT.

If you're contemplating studying this IT course, here's some key facts about this course to help you decide:

What Will You Study?

  • The course covers a wide range of IT topics, including:
  • Information Technology Systems
  • Creating Systems to Manage Information
  • Using Social Media in Business
  • Programming
  • Data Modelling
  • Website and Mobile App Development
  • Cyber Security and Incident Management

You will complete both practical assignments and theory-based work, often linked to real-world business scenarios to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge needed when finding a job within IT.

Your qualification

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in IT

Additional qualifications

GCSE Maths or English if a learner has not already achieved a Grade 4 or above in their school exams.

Entry requirements

Your starting point

4 GCSEs

9–4

Grades

Full entry requirements

4 GCSEs grades 9-4 

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How you’ll be assessed

  • Internally assessed units
  • Externally assessed units

Mixture of internal/externally assessed units and external assessments. 

Where it could lead

The BTEC Level 3 IT is equivalent to up to three A Levels, making it a strong route to university, higher apprenticeships, or direct employment.

Graduates can pursue careers in:

  • Software development
  • Web and games design
  • IT support and technical roles
  • Cyber security
  • Business analysis

The course is also a stepping stone to further study in computing, IT, or related fields at university.

Fees, funding & support

Tuition for ages 16–18

£0

For eligible 16–18-year-olds. Aged 19 or over? Ask the college for your tuition fee.

Other published costs

Trips
£100

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