AAQ IT BTEC Level 3

Successfully completing this course can lead to a degree in IT, Cyber Security or Computer Networking. You could also complete an apprenticeship in Digital and IT roles.
  • Pathway(s):
  • Applied
  • Applied Option B
  • Exam Board:
  • Edexcel/Pearson

Or similar qualification

* Equivalent to 1 Advanced Level.

What Will I Study?

You will study four units over the two years, and they are:

  1. Information Technology Systems – External Exam
  2. Cyber Security and Incident Management – External Exam
  3. Website Development – internal Coursework
  4. Relational Database Development – internal Coursework

How Will I Be Assessed?

Assessment is through a mixture of coursework and exams.

What Could I Do Next?

Successfully completing this course can lead to a degree in IT, Cyber Security or Computer Networking. You could also complete an apprenticeship in Digital and IT roles.

Subject Specific Entry Requirements

Grade 4 in English Language.

Where Can I Get More Information?

Contact Mr S. Bashir, Head of Digital Technologies and Business Faculty.


Learn more about this qualification on the exam board’s page.

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