Course Overview
The course entails mandatory units looking at Programming, Social Media and Cyber Security. Optional units of study include Website Development, Games Development and Mobile App Development.
The Extended Certificate is the equivalent of an A level but it is assessed through an equal balance of coursework and exam.
| Assessment: |
Coursework (50%) Exam (50%) |
| Duration: | 2 years |
| Entry requirements: |
English 4 Maths 4 |
| Exam board: | Pearson |
| Costs: |
£35 for course books |
| Programme leader: |
Swapna Jare |
You may be required to complete an activity before you start in order to help introduce you to the subject. Check back in the summer term for more details.
The course entails mandatory units looking at
Information Technology Systems (this covers a range of IT
topics, such as hardware, software, security, laws and ethics).
Creating Systems to Manage Information
Using Social Media in Business
Data Modelling
The qualification gives learners the opportunity to progress to a degree in an information technology discipline or a degree where information technology related skills and knowledge may be advantageous.
This qualification carries UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers as meeting admission requirements to many relevant courses.
The qualification supports entry to, for example: BA (Hons) in Computer Arts, BSc (Hons) in Fashion Buying Management, BSc (Hons) in Software Development for Animation, BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance.
