
Information Technology involves the use of computers in industry and the arts and is a key attribute and skill required for most jobs. In the Extended Certificate (single option), you will study aspects of Social Media, Web Design and Relational Database Management. The National Diploma (double option) is more suited to those who want to choose IT or Computing as a future career. As well as the topics above, you will also study Cyber Security (built into the course is a MOOC on Cyber Security which is accredited by the Open University), Technical Support, Programming and Project Management. There is also an exciting opportunity to take part in the Cyber Discovery Challenge and work experience which is a great addition to UCAS application and CV.
Minimum 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 mainly at Grade 4 or above. Pathway 1+ (2 years) Academic Entry Requirements 6 or more A*-C/9-4 GCSE grades mainly at Grade B/6/Merit or above and including either Mathematics or English Language at Grade 4 or above (only one BTEC grade may be considered). Post-16 Courses Available at Newman College Four A-level courses (or BTEC Level 3 courses) for those students with mainly A*-A or 9-8 grades. Three A-level courses (or BTEC Level 3 courses) + re-take courses in GCSE Mathematics and English Language if grade 4 has not yet been achieved. Pathway 2 (2 years) 5 or more A*-C/9-4 GCSE grades mainly at Grade C/4 and/or BTEC qualifications at pass and above. Post-16 Courses Available at Newman College Three BTEC Level 3 courses + re-take courses in GCSE Mathematics and English Language if grade 4 has not yet been achieved. Options for students after completing pathway: - Foundation or Degree (Level 4) - Start Level 3 or 4 courses at courses in Higher Education (e.g. University via UCAS). other institutions. - Employment or apprenticeships
About Education Provider
Region | South East |
Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
Ofsted Rating | Good |
Gender Type | Mixed |
Address | The Upper Drive, Hove, BN3 6ND |
Information Technology involves the use of computers in industry and the arts and is a key attribute and skill required for most jobs. In the Extended Certificate (single option), you will study aspects of Social Media, Web Design and Relational Database Management. The National Diploma (double option) is more suited to those who want to choose IT or Computing as a future career. As well as the topics above, you will also study Cyber Security (built into the course is a MOOC on Cyber Security which is accredited by the Open University), Technical Support, Programming and Project Management. There is also an exciting opportunity to take part in the Cyber Discovery Challenge and work experience which is a great addition to UCAS application and CV.
Minimum 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 mainly at Grade 4 or above. Pathway 1+ (2 years) Academic Entry Requirements 6 or more A*-C/9-4 GCSE grades mainly at Grade B/6/Merit or above and including either Mathematics or English Language at Grade 4 or above (only one BTEC grade may be considered). Post-16 Courses Available at Newman College Four A-level courses (or BTEC Level 3 courses) for those students with mainly A*-A or 9-8 grades. Three A-level courses (or BTEC Level 3 courses) + re-take courses in GCSE Mathematics and English Language if grade 4 has not yet been achieved. Pathway 2 (2 years) 5 or more A*-C/9-4 GCSE grades mainly at Grade C/4 and/or BTEC qualifications at pass and above. Post-16 Courses Available at Newman College Three BTEC Level 3 courses + re-take courses in GCSE Mathematics and English Language if grade 4 has not yet been achieved. Options for students after completing pathway: - Foundation or Degree (Level 4) - Start Level 3 or 4 courses at courses in Higher Education (e.g. University via UCAS). other institutions. - Employment or apprenticeships