Computer Architecture / Systems
Queen Elizabeth High School - Northumberland
01434610300
Whetstone Bridge Road, Hexham, NE46 3JB
Course summary

This qualification is designed for learners who are interested in an introduction to the study of creating IT systems to manage and share information alongside other fields of study, to progress to a wide range of higher education courses, not necessarily in IT. Students will undertake the following units: Unit 1 – Information Technology Systems - You will study the role of computer systems and the implications of their use in personal and professional situations. Unit 2 – Creating Systems to Manage Information - This unit will assess your ability to design, create, test, and evaluate a relational database system to manage information. Unit 3 – Using Social Media in Business - You will explore how businesses use social media to promote their products and services. You will also implement social media activities in a business to meet requirements. Unit 6 – Website Development - You will investigate website development principles, designing and developing a website using scripting languages.

Entry requirements

Five 9 to 4 grades including a 4 or better in English Language (a Level 2 pass or above in BTEC/OCR courses counts as 1 GCSE). Merit in IT if taken.

How you'll be assessed

Unit 1 – Information Technology Systems Written exam, 2 hours, 33% of the overall qualification. Unit 2 – Creating Systems to Manage Information Controlled assessment, marked externally, 25% of the overall qualification.. Unit 3 – Using Social Media in Business Coursework, 25% of the overall qualification. Unit 6 – Website Development Coursework, 17% of the overall qualification.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth East
Local AuthorityNorthumberland
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressWhetstone Bridge Road, Hexham, NE46 3JB