Key Information
Start Date: Sept 2022, Sept 2023
Exam Board: Pearson
Graded: Distinction* – Pass
Max UCAS Tariff Points: 56
Course Size: Extended Certificate
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What will I be studying?
This course incorporates the most up-to-date knowledge and skills to enable progression to higher education and employment. Students study the relationship between hardware, software and managing and communicating information and data across a range of different software. E.g. Excel & Access
What skills will I be learning?
Students will develop the transferable skills of numeracy, communication, ICT and the application, presentation, interpretation, analysis and evaluation of information. Students will also develop a capacity for methodical and critical thought and learn to present information in a clear, coherent and effective manner.
How will I be assessed?
External examinations:
Unit 1:
IT Systems
Unit 2:
Systems to Manage Information
Internal coursework units:
Unit 3:
Social Media for Business
Unit 6:
Website Development
Where might this lead me?
This course carries UCAS Points equivalent to one a-level, allowing for the progression into a degree such as: Computer Science or Information Systems Management.
This course can also lead to employment or apprenticeships such as: Social Media Specialist, Content Developer or Web Developer.
More Information
Please note, all courses run subject to student numbers and will confirmed during interviews.