IT Extended Certificate Block D

*IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM THE NORTH SCHOOL FOR SEPTEMBER 2023 APPLICATIONS*

Applications Open: - 17th November 2022

Applications Close: - August 2023

Entry Requirements: - Grade 4 and above in 5 GCSEs Including English and Maths for Level 3 programmes, higher grades are required for some subjects

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices

Open Event: - We are delighted to be able to welcome you to our Open Evening again. Our Sixth Form Team and subject staff will be available between 4.30 pm and 7pm to answer any questions you may have regarding courses we offer and the application process. In the event you are unable to join us, we hope that you will take the time to have a look at our website, https://www.thenorthschool.org.uk/Sixth-Form-Prospectus/, where you can find our Welcome booklet and Level 2 and Level 3 Prospectus, which provide further information about The North School, our Sixth Form and the courses we run.

If you have any questions regarding the Sixth Form, our courses, facilities or our application process, please do contact us, either by telephone (01233 614613) or email (tns-sixthform@swale.at). We will be happy to arrange either a telephone call or meeting to answer these. We are happy to forward subject specific questions to subject leaders who may be better placed to answer your queries. We look forward to hearing from you and to meeting you.

The Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification Applied General National in Information Technology (Extended Certificate) allows students to study the fundamental knowledge of Information Technology covering the role and implications of using Information Technology systems and cyber-security threats and how to manage attacks.

Students will also develop important skills for creating websites to meet a specific purpose and to manage data through the development of a relational database solution.

There are two examined units and two internally assessed units where students will engage in practical tasks to develop their Information Technology skills and knowledge.

The qualification is designed to be taken alongside A Levels as part of a study programme and can link to learning in A Level Mathematics and A Level Business Studies. It is intended for students that wish to progress into higher education as a pathway to employment.

Course Content:

Students studying this course will complete the following units:

1 Information Technology Systems

2 Cyber security and Incident Management

3 Website Development

4 Relational Database Development

Assessment Information:

Two externally marked exams and two units of coursework marked internally.

Students will require a minimum of five 9-4 grades at GCSE, including English at grade 4 or above

Future Opportunities:

As well as employment opportunities in a range of sectors including Computing, IT, Engineering, Architecture & Business, there is potential progression to higher education courses - Higher National Diplomas, Foundation Degrees and Honours Degrees