Full Time IT Practitioners In Information Technology BTEC National Diploma

IT Practitioners In Information Technology BTEC National Diploma

Duration
2 Years

Entry Requirements
A minimum of 5 GCSE subjects at Grade C or above or equivalent. One should be in maths, English Language or IT. You should be prepared to take English or maths GCSE if not already held. A genuine interest in IT is essential together with a commitment to coursework.

Course content
This course is designed to develop candidates knowledge and understanding of the Information and Communication Technology sector. You will gain the skills you need for a successful career in this area.
You will study eighteen units during the two year programme. Nine units will be delivered during each year and include the following: Communication and Employability skills for ICT; Computer Systems; Information Systems; Impact of the use of IT on business systems; IT Project (equivalent to two units); Advanced Database skills; Advanced Spreadsheet skills; Website Production and Management.

How Will I Be Assessed?
All units are centre-assessed and externally moderated by Edexcel. There are no exams for this qualification; candidates must complete units to deadlines set by the subject tutors. The full award and units from this qualification are graded as Pass, Merit or Distinction.

What Could I Do Next?
Successful completion of this course is equivalent to three A-level subjects with grades A-E. You could go on to study an appropriate degree course at university or use the qualification as an entry point to the workplace.
You may aggregate your first years grades into a single A-level Award. This would provide a qualification towards either a Foundation Degree or to further A-level studies or towards an entry point to the workplace.

Are There Any Special Expenses?
A printing allowance will be given to each student which should cover the cost of printing homework. Students are expected to pay for any additional printing. A memory stick is an advisable extra. There are several trips that may be taken to enhance ICT knowledge in the workplace. These trips are considered an important factor for the course. The charges made are moderate and will be made available as the programme progresses.