ICT GCSE
GCSE
In Cirencester
Description
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Type
GCSE
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Location
Cirencester
The course is designed for students who wish to develop the knowledge and understanding as well as the practical skills that underpin activities in the ICT industry.
Important information
Government funding available
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About this course
To study the Access to A Level programme you will need grade C in THREE of the following (inc. short GCSEs) : English Language or Literature/Humanities (History,Geography,RS,Sociology,Psychology)/Business/Science (Core and Additional OR triple)/Maths ... and mainly grade D in other subjects OR be pre-16 home/Steiner educated (subject to screening)
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Course programme
ICT GCSE
This course builds upon prior learning by taking a practical approach to develop a body of skills, knowledge and understanding of ICT.
What does the course involve?
The course is designed for students who wish to develop the knowledge and understanding as well as the practical skills that underpin activities in the ICT industry.
What will I study?
The GCSE course will give you an understanding of the core aspects of ICT systems and the opportunity to acquire and apply skills, knowledge and understanding of the way standard software application packages are used in different contexts.
In practical sessions you will focus on how ICT is used in a business environment; you will cover word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a range of graphics applications as well as data security and best practices when using ICT at work. You will be able to see how you could use the skills and knowledge you learn for other study and in your personal life. In addition, throughout the course you will use the internet and e-mail.
How is the course assessed?
- Examination at the end of the course
- Coursework
Supplementary Costs
Band A (£0 - £50)
Exam Board = OCR
This information is believed to be correct. Cirencester College continually updates and reviews its provision to ensure that it meets the needs of the community. Therefore the right to amend, change or delete learning programmes, accreditation routes or terms and conditions relating to entitlement to study is reserved at all times. We aim to provide open access to a comprehensive range of high quality education and training for the whole community over the age of 16 regardless of race, class, belief, language, gender, sexual orientation, disability, previous educational attainment or particular circumstances.
ICT GCSE