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, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses. When taken alongside other Level 3 qualifications in complementary or contrasting subjects, such as mathematics, physics, science, arts or technology, the qualification gives learners the opportunity to progress to a degree in an information technology discipline or a degree where information technology related skills and knowledge may be advantageous. This qualification carries UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers as meeting admission requirements to many relevant courses. As the content is equivalent in size to one A Level, higher education representatives have confirmed that it is appropriate to allow learners to choose their optional units from a wide range so that they can explore their own choice of areas for further study. 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, including vocational apprenticeship roles and trainee/entry-level roles such as a social media specialist, web/content developer or business analyst.
- A student who has a broad spectrum of success at GCSE including maths and English can access the subject but a minimum of a Merit at BTEC Level 2 is recommended. - The minimum requirements for entry to The Friary Sixth Form are 5 GCSE Grades 9-4 including English Language and Mathematics at Grade 5.
The objective of this qualification is to give learners the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills in IT systems, systems management and social media in business. This will enable learners to progress to further study in the IT sector or other sectors. Learners will study three mandatory units and one optional unit: Unit 1: Information Technology Systems (externally assessed) Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information (externally assessed) Unit 3: Using Social Media in Business (internally assessed) Optional Unit: Unit 6: Website Development (internally assessed) This will allow progression to a variety of degrees when combined with other suitable Level 3 qualifications.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
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| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Eastern Avenue, Lichfield, WS13 7EW |
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, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses. When taken alongside other Level 3 qualifications in complementary or contrasting subjects, such as mathematics, physics, science, arts or technology, the qualification gives learners the opportunity to progress to a degree in an information technology discipline or a degree where information technology related skills and knowledge may be advantageous. This qualification carries UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers as meeting admission requirements to many relevant courses. As the content is equivalent in size to one A Level, higher education representatives have confirmed that it is appropriate to allow learners to choose their optional units from a wide range so that they can explore their own choice of areas for further study. 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, including vocational apprenticeship roles and trainee/entry-level roles such as a social media specialist, web/content developer or business analyst.
- A student who has a broad spectrum of success at GCSE including maths and English can access the subject but a minimum of a Merit at BTEC Level 2 is recommended. - The minimum requirements for entry to The Friary Sixth Form are 5 GCSE Grades 9-4 including English Language and Mathematics at Grade 5.
The objective of this qualification is to give learners the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills in IT systems, systems management and social media in business. This will enable learners to progress to further study in the IT sector or other sectors. Learners will study three mandatory units and one optional unit: Unit 1: Information Technology Systems (externally assessed) Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information (externally assessed) Unit 3: Using Social Media in Business (internally assessed) Optional Unit: Unit 6: Website Development (internally assessed) This will allow progression to a variety of degrees when combined with other suitable Level 3 qualifications.