Full Time BTEC National Diploma in Information Technology

BTEC National Diploma in Iinformation Technology

• Subject area:Information Technology
• Course type:Full time

Course description
This is a work-related qualification which provides preparation for employment in a variety of IT-based occupations or progression onto further study. The topics covered include:
• Practical experience in a variety of software packages including web-page design
• Investigation into how IT is used in the world of business
• An introduction to Programming and the concept of program design, testing and implementation
• Communication technology and the importance of the Internet and the World Wide Web, including designing, creaating and managing a website
• The principles of systems analysis and how an IT system is designed to suit the needs of the users.
Assessment is mainly by internally assessed coursework.

Entry requirements
Students must have a keen interest in the use of Information Technology and a good general education including four GCSEs at grade C or above in relevant subjects. (preferably including English and Maths), or First Diploma with Merit or with Pass plus 2 Cs in appropriate subjects. Mature students who do not have the necessary qualifications will be considered at interview.

Additional information

*Students aged 16-18 will not be required to pay the full course fee, in most cases your fee will not exceed £150. Please contact us if you need more information regarding fees for full-time courses.

Code Campus Duration Start date Day(s)
JFAA102P Abingdon Campus 2 year Sep 2010 Everyday
JFWA102P Witney Campus 2 year Sep 2010 Everyday