The Computer science and ICT department offer two courses at Key stage 5. The BTEC we currently offer is Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Information Technology. The Extended Certificate is for learners who are interested in learning about Information technology systems which supports further progression into creative media education, to an Apprenticeship or entry level employment in the IT sector.
5 or more GCSE passes (grades 9-5) For BTEC Level 3 courses, a level 5 or above is required in the subject to be studied.
Assessment is specifically designed to fit the purpose and objective of the qualification. It includes a range of assessment types and styles suited to vocational qualifications in the sector. There are three main forms of assessment that you need to be aware of: external, internal and synoptic. Unit 1: Information Technology Systems Externally assessed exam Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information Internally assessed assignment Unit 3: Using Social Media in Business Internally assessed assignment Unit 6: Website development Synoptic practical exam Equivalent in size to one A Level. 4 units of which 3 are mandatory and 2 are external. Mandatory content (83%). External assessment (58%).
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Russell Hill Road, Purley, CR8 2XP |
The Computer science and ICT department offer two courses at Key stage 5. The BTEC we currently offer is Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Information Technology. The Extended Certificate is for learners who are interested in learning about Information technology systems which supports further progression into creative media education, to an Apprenticeship or entry level employment in the IT sector.
5 or more GCSE passes (grades 9-5) For BTEC Level 3 courses, a level 5 or above is required in the subject to be studied.
Assessment is specifically designed to fit the purpose and objective of the qualification. It includes a range of assessment types and styles suited to vocational qualifications in the sector. There are three main forms of assessment that you need to be aware of: external, internal and synoptic. Unit 1: Information Technology Systems Externally assessed exam Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information Internally assessed assignment Unit 3: Using Social Media in Business Internally assessed assignment Unit 6: Website development Synoptic practical exam Equivalent in size to one A Level. 4 units of which 3 are mandatory and 2 are external. Mandatory content (83%). External assessment (58%).
