You will learn about information systems used in business, systems analysis and design, and create databases that could be used in industry. Students are required to undertake a two week work experience normally scheduled for January. Maths and English are a integral part of this course

Games Development, Networking is covered in greater depth in this course together with an introduction to programming. You will complete modules that include learning about IT, Business, Software Development and also System Support. Visits are arranged with local employers to give you insight into how systems are used in the workplace.

This course is made up of 18 units, some of which are mandatory. All students take the following core units in year 1:

Unit 1 - Communication and Employability Skills for IT
Unit 2 - Computer Systems
Unit 3 - Information Systems
Unit 8 – E-commerce
Unit 10 – Communication Technologies
Unit 18 – Database Design

To make up the total of 18 units, a further 12 units will be taken dependant on your pathway (120-180 credits). The list below contains some of the likely units to be studied although the list is subject to change and some units not listed here may be studied.

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT (Networking and Systems Support Pathway)

Year 1 - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT (Networking and Systems Support) (180 Credits)

Unit 5 – Managing Networks
Unit 7 – Organisational Systems Security
Unit 14 – Event driven Programming

Year 2 - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT (Networking and Systems Support)

Unit 9 – Computer Networks
Unit 12 – IT Technical Support
Unit 13 – IT Troubleshooting and Repair
Unit 11 – Systems Analysis and Design
Unit 26 – Mathematics for IT Practitioners
Unit 20 – Client Side Customisation of Web Pages
Unit 31 – Computer Animation
Unit 40 – Computer Games Design
Unit 15 – Object Oriented Programming

The course comprises a package of vocational and key-skills qualifications. Study time will also be timetabled to develop the Functional skills of Communication alongside any study support required to meet the individual needs of the learner.

Fees for 2019/20: £4,190

Please note:

• Fees are for 2019/20 and relate to home and EU students
• Students aged 16 to 18, or those aged 16 to 24 who have a valid EHCP, and are studying Further Education courses are not normally charged for course fees
• For more information about financial support, please click here.

New Students

Five GCSE’s at grade 4 or above including maths and English

Progressing students

Level 2 Diploma at Merit plus English and maths. A satisfactory reference for attitude, behaviour, attendance and punctuality.

On successful completion of a BTEC National qualification, a learner can progress to or within employment and/or continue their study in the same or related vocational area.

Career options include Business, Information Systems or Database Management. Further education and training is available at Nescot, either on the BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC/HND) or professional courses including CISCO, Microsoft and Oracle.

Potential career routes in the Computing industry:

• Audio visual technology
• Business administration
• Business management
• Consultant
• Customer service
• Data analyst
• Database programmer
• Games developer
• Helpdesk
• Network installation
• Programmer
• Security expert
• Software developer
• Support technician
• System analyst
• Web designer

Disclaimer:

This Nescot College website describes the facilities and courses which the College intends to offer during the academic year commencing Autumn 2019. The web pages are prepared in advance of the academic year to which they relate and every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in these pages is helpful, fair and accurate at the time of printing. However, this information is subject to change over time.

Nescot will take reasonable steps to provide the courses and services as described, however, the College cannot guarantee the provision of any course or facility. Some circumstances, such as staff changes, resource limitations and other factors over which the College has no control, such as industrial action or a change in the law or the level of demand for a particular programme or module (please note that this list is non-exhaustive), may result in the College having to withdraw or change aspects of the programmes, modules and/or student services detailed on the website. This could include, but not necessarily be limited to, programme/module content, staffing, the location where the programme/module is taught or the manner of teaching delivery, and the facilities provided to deliver or support the programme. Where circumstances demand an unavoidable change or where it is necessary for the College to discontinue a programme of study, Nescot will take all reasonable steps to minimise the effect and all proposed changes will be notified to potential applicants who have registered an interest in the relevant programme at the earliest possible opportunity as well as being reflected on the College’s website. In addition, any changes between the website and the proposed course and services will be notified to applicants at the time of making an offer.

All prices quoted may be subject to change and you will be notified of any such change when any offer of a place is made to you by Nescot.

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