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Information Technology BTEC Subsidiary/Extended Diploma - Barnstaple

Course code: FTB105

The Programme

This programme is aimed at those who are committed to a career in computing. You will develop a wide range of practical and theoretical skills that may include software development, web development, computer architecture and its impact on business.

Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs at grade C or above, or an equivalent qualification. These requirements can be relaxed in certain circumstances. You must have a genuine enthusiasm for all aspects of computing.

Costs

This course can be completed without a home computer, but one would be very useful. A memory stick would also be useful to transport your work to and from home.

Venue

Barnstaple Campus

Progression

Successful completion of the course will enable you to progress to:
*Employment in the ICT industry as a trainee programmer, trainee web designer, trainee games developer, on an IT helpdesk, working with networks or one of the many other areas of ICT.
*The Foundation Degree in Computing. This is offered at Petroc and counts as the first two years of an honours degree course.
* A degree course at university.

Length of Study

Two years.

Academic Year

This course starts in the 2012 / 2013 academic year.

Further Information

Further Information