IT: Computer Networking and System Support

LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA (BTEC)

This is a two-year course and equivalent to 3 A Levels.

What makes a computer work? This course will focus on designing computing and networking solutions. You will analyse business systems, learn how to support users of computer systems and develop software solutions. If you want a career in designing, implementing and maintaining computer and network systems, this course is ideal for you.


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Key topics

  • principles of computer science

  • fundamentals of computer systems

  • IT systems security and encryption

  • business application of social media 

  • computer games development

  • managing and supporting systems

  • planning and management of computing projects

  • software design and development

  • the impact of computing

  • object-oriented programming

  • relational database development 

  • virtualisation

You will

  • create your own software program

  • gain practical work experience

  • attend visits to discover how computers are used in industry and commerce

  • discover how reliant the world is on technology and how important technological experts have become


+ Entry requirements

A minimum of 5 GCSEs (average score of 4)

These must include:

  • Maths at grade 5
  • English at grade 4

Students currently taking a Level 2 vocational course will need a minimum of a Merit in a related subject.


+ Assessment

Assessment methods include:

  • Coursework
  • Exams
  • Controlled Assessments

+ Why study at NewVIc

NewVIc has over 1000 PCs and technical devices dedicated to students. There has also been heavy investment in our technical infrastructure to keep up-to-date with the latest technological advances. We are on track to becoming completely wireless across the whole campus to allow students to work from any location.

Best in the country

Our Computer Science programme is in the top 10% for all providers across the UK. Our Networking and System support has been in the top 15% for the past six years, improving continuously in teaching and professional experiences.

Develop in demand skills

  • IT is at the forefront of all future careers.
  • The development of IT has reached all industries and your skills can be transferred to almost all job roles.
  • Learn computerised languages for programming, coding and software development including Java, C# and .net

  • IBM
  • London South Bank University

Expert practitioners

The IT team has over 100 years of teaching experience, supporting students with university applications, apprenticeships and employment. Over 40% of the IT team are also external verifiers for BTEC programmes, providing expertise and knowledge to the subject.


+ How we support you

Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college.

We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.

Our specialist teams can help with:

  • Learning difficulties and disabilities

  • Exam access arrangements

  • Mental health, counselling and wellbeing

  • Money, finance and bursary advice

  • Careers advice, job and university applications


+ Next steps

On completion, you will be able to progress to university to study a range of degrees including networking, data Communications, Software Engineering, Games Software Development, Information Systems, Business or Computer Systems Engineering. You could also seek employment as a Technician, Trainee Manager or Junior Network Support Technician.


+ Top universities for Information Technology and Systems

The Complete University Guide give university rankings each year. If you are planning on progressing to university, find out which universities are ranked most highly for Information Technology and Systems.