BTEC offers a practical approach, by applying learning to real-life situations. Students have to undertake a number of units for which they present evidence, based on actual work and studies. This allows them to demonstrate their skill and knowledge. The qualification consists of four units and includes three mandatory units and one optional unit. Mandatory Units: * Principles of Computer Science * Fundamentals of Computer systems * IT systems Security and Encryption Optional Units; students will do one of the following: * Human-Computer interaction * Digital Graphics and animation * Computer Games development * Website development * Mobile App Development * System Analysis and design * Managing and supporting systems
Preferred: GCSE Computer Science grade 6 Essential: GCSE Computer Science grade 5
2 assignments - set and marked by Dallam - Students complete a series of tasks set in a work-related scenario. 2 written exams - set and marked by Edexcel - Students draw on essential information to create written answers to practical questions in exam conditions.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Ofsted Rating | Requires improvement |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Haverflatts Lane, Milnthorpe, Cumbria, LA7 7DD |
BTEC offers a practical approach, by applying learning to real-life situations. Students have to undertake a number of units for which they present evidence, based on actual work and studies. This allows them to demonstrate their skill and knowledge. The qualification consists of four units and includes three mandatory units and one optional unit. Mandatory Units: * Principles of Computer Science * Fundamentals of Computer systems * IT systems Security and Encryption Optional Units; students will do one of the following: * Human-Computer interaction * Digital Graphics and animation * Computer Games development * Website development * Mobile App Development * System Analysis and design * Managing and supporting systems
Preferred: GCSE Computer Science grade 6 Essential: GCSE Computer Science grade 5
2 assignments - set and marked by Dallam - Students complete a series of tasks set in a work-related scenario. 2 written exams - set and marked by Edexcel - Students draw on essential information to create written answers to practical questions in exam conditions.