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Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

BTEC Subsidiary Diploma - leading to the BTEC Extended Diploma (Software Development or System Support and Networking)

Level 

Level Three

What's it all about? 

If you are interested in a career in IT and are unsure about exactly which area (hardware, software, networking, business) to focus on, then this course allows you to experience them all - and then pick the one you like. It starts as a subsidiary diploma which gives you a sample of much of the IT industry’s subjects. On successful completion of the subsidiary diploma you can progress to the extended diploma where you will focus on your chosen subject - hardware, software, networking or business.

The diploma part of this course allows you to hone your skills in your specific subject to allow you to progress into higher education or employment with ease.

The full list of units on this course can be seen in our "Course Overview"

Progression 

On successful completion of the subsidiary diploma you may progress to the extended diploma or gain entry level employment within the IT industry. After the extended diploma you may progress to higher education courses at the College or at a university, or gain trainee level employment within the IT industry.

You can see how this course fits within our other courses by looking at our "Course Progression Map".

Entry Requirements 

In our experience in order to be successful on this level of course you will need one of the following:

  • four to five GCSEs at grades A*-C (including English and maths)
  • an intermediate GNVQ in a related subject
  • a BTEC first diploma in a related subject
  • an NVQ Level 2/technical certificate in a related subject
  • successful completion of an Apprenticeship course
  • equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.

In addition to the entry requirements above, you will need to complete an assignment and bring it with you to your interview.

Duration 

Subsidiary Diploma six months/two terms - Extended Diploma a further 16 months/four terms on successful completion of the Subsidiary Diploma

Are there any exams? 

A variety of assessment methods are used, including time constrained assessments, assignments, case studies, observations and projects. There is a portfolio for the project unit and exams for functional skills.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

The subsidiary diploma consists of the following units:
• programming
• maintaining computer systems
• communications and network technology.

The extended diploma consists of a wide range of units (dependent upon your subject focus), including:
• network management
• business and IT
• software development
• system support.

There is also a requirement to complete functional skills and a project unit.

The subsidiary diploma is an introduction to all aspects of computing. Upon successful completion you may continue to the extended diploma where you will focus your learning on either software development or system support and networking. In the second year you will develop skills and abilities which are directly related to your chosen career path.

When can I study? 

Full-time
Course Facts

September

Full-time

Kings Road Centre

Please contact info@cityplym.ac.uk or phone reception on 01752 305300 for details

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Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

September

Full-time

Kings Road Centre

Please contact info@cityplym.ac.uk or phone reception on 01752 305300 for details

No level information available

NAB


Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

September

Full-time

Kings Road Centre

Please contact info@cityplym.ac.uk or phone reception on 01752 305300 for details

No level information available

NAB


Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

Click here to request an application form be sent to you through the post or download a printable copy.

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