Informat ion Technology PEARSON BTEC LEVEL 3 The full title of this course is the BTECNational Extended Certificate in Information Technology. It is a two year course during which students study 6 units and is the equivalent of an A Level. Specific entry requirements At least 5 GCSE passes at grades 9-4 and a minimum of grade 4 in English and maths (this is a coursework heavy course). We don’t insist you have an IT or computer science qualification but if you do it should be at least a grade 4 or Level 2 merit. Content of the course Information Technology is a rigorous and intensive vocational course which allows students to progress into a variety of IT and media areas, such as production based degrees and theoretical studies in areas such as film, television, game software design and other creative degrees and can provide pathways into the industry. Students gain an insight into the structure of the media industry with a practical knowledge of how professionals work to produce media texts for the YouTube, film, gaming sites and print industries. The course is split into six different units, three of which are mandatory these include: 1. Information Technology Systems 2. Creating Systems to Manage Information 3. Using Social Media in Business The final three units are delivered in Y13 and will be selected on an individual basis after consulting your teacher. How is the course assessed? This is a two year course. Each coursework unit has a deadline and within each unit there are deadlines for each assignment. Students can re- submit work by prior agreement with their teacher, to try and obtain higher grades. Completed assignments are awarded grades of Below Pass, Pass, Merit or Distinction and a points score. At the end of the course you are awarded an overall grade ranging from Below Pass, up to Distinction* according to your total points score. Is this course for you and where could it take you? The course structure is much the same as in KS4. You need to be organised and able to track your progress through your work. You need to be able to stick to deadlines. If you don’t have access to a computer at home you will need to be able to stay behind after school to meet the learning hours requirement for the course. The qualification, when studied with other Level 3 qualifications, is aimed at progression to higher education but also enables learners to develop knowledge and skills needed for entry-level roles related to IT.These could include vocational apprenticeship roles and trainee/ entry-level roles, such as roles in administration, help desk support, help desk analysis, account management and customer service support. Contact Please contact Mr R Harrington harringtonr@westlakesmat.org.uk West Lakes Academy - Sixth Form 25
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