AS/A Level ICT

ICT AS/A Level

Who is the course for?
This course will appeal to students with an interest in ICT and the professional use of computer applications. Students who have an interest in using ICT as a tool to solve business type problems will enjoy this course.

What is the course about?
This course will extend your awareness of the impact of ICT upon society, industry and commerce and will consider its limitations. You will take a critical view at the use of information systems within organisations. You will complete a project that will involve solving a real life problem.

Will I need anything else?
You will need access to a course textbook to support your study of this subject and you will need to purchase a removable storage media device.

How long & often do I attend?
You will need to attend 3 sessions each week (4.5 hrs).

How will I be assessed?
At AS level you need to complete 2 module examinations and sample work to be taken into 1 exan.
At A2 level you will need to complete 1 examination and one piece of coursework.

What opportunities will this lead to?
You could progress to a Foundation Degree in IT and e-commerce or a BA Hons degree in ICT or Business related degree at university. Following this you could enter employment as a systems analyst, help desk clerk, I.T. technician or teacher.