Computer Architecture / Systems

Course summary

This course is perfectly suited for those who are seeking a vocational route towards a career in IT based apprenticeships or an IT based Degree. Students will be entered for the BTEC Extended Certificate in IT Level 3 qualification. It will require 5 periods (5 hours) of study each week and will involve the production of 3 pieces of coursework and an external exam. The aim is to achieve a UCAS recognized academic qualification equivalent to 1 A level, to allow the student to choose between work and further education at the end of Year 13. The extended certificate is worth up to 56 UCAS Points