Entry Requirements

GCSE grade 4 in ICT or pass in equivalent ICT qualification (if studied). Additionally, a GCSE grade 4 in both English Language and Mathematics.

Exam Board Specification

What you will study?

The mandatory units for this qualification are;

  • Creating systems to manage information (Practical exam)
  • Using social media in business (Coursework)

Additional units of study are:

  • Information Technology systems (written exam)
  • Data Modelling (Coursework)

Assessments

  • 53% External assessment – written and exam
  • 47% Coursework portfolio – Coursework assignments can be written reports, videos, leaflets, website etc

Course Support

  • Friendly, approachable tutor
  • Additional support on an individual basis
  • Regular group tutorials

Work Experience

You will receive help from our Work Experience Co-ordinator to find a placement. Placements can be during enrichment time or in the holidays. Examples include working at a software company, social media work, community based projects etc.

Progression

This course is an excellent grounding for further study in an IT-related subject or to seek an apprenticeship/employment.

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Destinations

Here are some examples of where our students have progressed to –

  • Edge Hill University – Information Technology Management for Business
  • Edge Hill University – Computer Security and Networks
  • The University of Liverpool – Computer Science with Software Development
  • Barclays – Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship
  • Liverpool John Moores – Accounting and Finance
  • The University of Liverpool – Film Studies
  • Manchester Met. – History
  • Liverpool John Moores – Law
  • Northumbria University – Computer and Information Technology
  • Lancaster University – Mechanical Design Engineer Degree Apprenticeship

Entry Requirements

GCSE grade 4 in ICT or pass in equivalent ICT qualification (if studied). Additionally, a GCSE grade 4 in both English Language and Mathematics.

Exam Board Specification