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Course Overview
The BTEC First in IT has been developed to provide full-time learners with the IT skills to enter employment or to progress onto Further Education by continuing to study at Level 3.
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What Qualifications Or Experience Do I Need?
Minimum of four GCSEs:
• Two GCSEs at Grade D or above (preferably one being English language)
• Two GCSES at grade G or above
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How Long Is The Course?
One Year
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What Will I Learn?
There are 9 units to be studied over the year: The Online World, Technology Systems, A Digital Portfolio, Creating Digital Animation, Creating Digital Graphics, Spreadsheet Development, Database Development, Website Development, Computer Networks. In addition, learners will complete Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths.
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How Will I Learn?
Learning takes place in a practical way which is, as far as possible, 'hands on'.
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How Will I Be Assessed?
Assessment takes place through many different media: reports, observations, practical tasks, creation of videos and two tests.
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Where Could This Course Lead To?
Successful completion of the course will give a full Level 2 qualification in IT, which is the equivilent of 3 GCSEs A to C, dependent on the overall grade achieved. It is possible to progress into employment or onto Level 3 study, e.g. Extended Level 3 Diploma in IT.
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Attendance Mode
Full Time
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Course Type
Full Time & Part Time
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Subject Area
IT
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