The OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Diploma (Suite 2016) offers students the opportunity to achieve an A-Level equivalent qualification that is based on practical learning. The principle difference between A-Level and the vocational course is the method of assessment. The vocational course is internally assessed through a series of assignments. Students continually know where they are and what they need to do to improve their grade. There are written, external exams to be sat during the course, alongside the coursework. Some of the specialist content will be delivered by guest speakers from local companies, and students are encouraged to find work experience with local IT businesses. The Level 3 Diploma is a double award and equivalent to 2 A-Levels whereas the Level 3 Introductory Diploma is a Single Award and equivalent to 1 A-Level.
Grade 4 or above in GCSE Computer Science or at least a merit in a vocational Level 2 IT course. Grade 4 in GCSE English Language. If a student does not achieve a grade 4 in GCSE English language, students able to demonstrate a solid GCSE profile (Grade 4s/merits) will be considered.
Diploma Students need to study eleven units in the course. This includes the following core units: Fundamentals of IT (Exam) Global Information (Exam ) Cyber Security (Exam ) Application Development Other units include web design and development, computer graphics and animation, data systems and customer support. Units will be chosen depending on the students and the current links with local industry.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Grant Road, Crowthorne, RG45 7HZ |
The OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Diploma (Suite 2016) offers students the opportunity to achieve an A-Level equivalent qualification that is based on practical learning. The principle difference between A-Level and the vocational course is the method of assessment. The vocational course is internally assessed through a series of assignments. Students continually know where they are and what they need to do to improve their grade. There are written, external exams to be sat during the course, alongside the coursework. Some of the specialist content will be delivered by guest speakers from local companies, and students are encouraged to find work experience with local IT businesses. The Level 3 Diploma is a double award and equivalent to 2 A-Levels whereas the Level 3 Introductory Diploma is a Single Award and equivalent to 1 A-Level.
Grade 4 or above in GCSE Computer Science or at least a merit in a vocational Level 2 IT course. Grade 4 in GCSE English Language. If a student does not achieve a grade 4 in GCSE English language, students able to demonstrate a solid GCSE profile (Grade 4s/merits) will be considered.
Diploma Students need to study eleven units in the course. This includes the following core units: Fundamentals of IT (Exam) Global Information (Exam ) Cyber Security (Exam ) Application Development Other units include web design and development, computer graphics and animation, data systems and customer support. Units will be chosen depending on the students and the current links with local industry.