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PEARSON BTEC INTERNATIONAL SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (#)

INTRODUCTION

This qualification is designed for learners who are interested in an introduction to the study of creating information technology systems to manage and share information, alongside other fields of study, which may include other vocational or general qualifications, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education and employment opportunities, not necessarily in information technology.

360 GLH Equivalent in size to one International A Level. Two mandatory units that include a Pearson Set Assignment. Mandatory content (50%). Learners complete remaining optional units to the value of 180 GLH.

To view the full course specification click BTEC International Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in IT

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Cambridge Technicals Level 2 in IT or BTEC Level 2 in Digital Technologies (GCSE equivalents) or a Grade 4 in GCSE Computer Science

• Click on the Admissions section for restrictions on number of A-Levels that can be undertaken;

• A good school/College report

COURSE STRUCTURE

BTEC International Level 3 Certificate in IT (equivalent to one AS-level):

• Two internally-assessed units in one year (Units 1 and 22)

BTEC International Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in IT (equivalent to one A-level):

• Five internally-assessed units in year one (Units 1, 6, 17, 19, and 22)

**  Units Subject to Change

Note: All required units must be successfully passed in order to achieve the relevant Certificate.

This course qualifies for UCAS points.

ACADEMIC PROGRESSION

This qualification provides a suitable foundation for the study of IT or related courses in higher education. 

CAREER PROGRESSION

With technology playing a crucial role in every industry, studying IT opens up diverse career paths in software development, cybersecurity, and technical support.  Here are some career options:

• Computer Technician

• Cyber Security

• Web Development

• Network Administrator