BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT (Software Development)

Full Time

Course Details

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Course Code

QBS3HZ11/BAFAP

Course Level

Level 3

Where will this course lead?

This course is ideal for you if you want to work in the IT industry specialising in programming and website development.

What will I study?

Computer Programming and Animation
Event Driven Programming (Introduction to Android App Development)
Advanced Use of Databases and Spreadsheets
Website Customisation and Development
Computer Systems
Computer Networking
IT System Analysis and Design
Employability Skills

How will this course be delivered?

You will be assessed continually by unit assignments over the course of two years. You will be assessed on nine units in year one and nine in year two.
A proportion of the units will be practically assessed ranging from installing hardware and software to demonstrating programming skills to clients/assessors.

What qualifications will I get?

Extended Diploma in IT (QCF)

How will I be assessed?

You will be continually assessed by unit assignments although there are no external examinations some portion of units may be assessed by tests.

How do I get a place on the course?

Places are offered dependent on evidence of excellent predicted grades and a good tutor reference from your previous course. You may also be tested for English, Maths and ICT skills during induction to ensure you are on the right course.

What are the entry requirements?

4 GCSEs at Grade 'C' or above including English and Maths
Or
Merit at Level 2 First Diploma and Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths.

Successful Completion of Induction Process.

If you have a Learning Difficulty or Disability please let us know when you apply. You will be offered support in your interview. If you need help completing your application we can help with this too.

What else do I need to know?

Part of the course you will be required to undertake Deloitte Employability Skills and you will be required to dress formally for these sessions.

You need to bring a pen, notebooks and folders to every lesson. It is expected that you will bring a memory stick to save and back up your work.

You will be required to contribute towards trips associated with curriculum

Solihull College offers full time and part time courses for businesses and residents in Birmingham, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Coventry Warwickshire and the whole of the West Midlands.

What can I do after this course?

Many students will progress to our HND at Solihull, Universities, or enter employment.

Is there anything else I will have to pay for in order to do this course?

Educational trips are part of our course and students will be expected to contribute towards them, this must be paid at enrolment.

You will be required to contribute £50 towards trips.
You will need to buy books relating to your course units.

Contact

Blossomfield Campus

Solihull College
Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1SB

Tel: 0121 678 7000
Minicom: 0121 628 7005
Email: enquiries@solihull.ac.uk
Internet: www.solihull.ac.uk

Have you got a question about this course?

Please contact Admissions on 0121 678 7000 with any queries.

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