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BTEC | Level 2 | One Year | Full-time
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Course Overview
BTEC IT is known for its hands-on, practical approach to learning. You will be actively working with the technology you are studying. Since you will explore different aspects of IT, you can discover which specific area excites you the most. Whether it's programming, tech support, digital graphics or business technology, the course can lead you to areas you might not have considered before. IT is at the heart of almost every industry, from healthcare to entertainment to finance. The skills you learn in BTEC IT are immediately applicable to the real world. You will be able to see how technology is used to solve business problems, improve services and make people's lives easier.
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Course Highlights
Engage in individual research and develop transferable skills to prepare for higher level studies. You will be equipped with skills such as communication, planning and team-work.Gain practical experience through work related activities, collaborative projects, real life briefs and external trips and speakers. This course gives learners the opportunity to gain a broad understanding and knowledge of the Information Technology Sector as well as some aspects of the creative industries e.g. computer games development. During this course you will explore various units including: Online World, Technology Systems, Digital Portfolio, Creating Digital Graphics, Mobile Application Development, Database development and Multimedia Products.
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Career Opportunities & Further Study
On completion, you can progress onto Level 3 IT or a related course. Alternatively you may wish to pursue an apprenticeship. You can pursue job roles such as entry level IT Support, customer service roles in IT or Computer Technician.
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Assessment
Assessments are primarily portfolio based along with a few externally assessed modules.You may also be practically assessed in the IT workshops.
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Entry Requirements
3 GCSEs grade 9-3 (A*-D) or a related Level 1 vocational qualification including,English and maths. Equivalence of these
qualifications will be considered.
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