The BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Information Technology (IT) provides students with useful foundations for a successful career in computing technology. Equivalent to 3 ‘A’ levels, this course has been developed as a gateway to the IT sector.
Students gain an understanding of computer software, web development, server, cloud, database, maintenance and networking.
- Equip students with knowledge, understanding and skills for success in employment in various fields of Information Technology (IT).
- Provide opportunities for students to enter, or progress in, employment in the IT sector or progress to higher education qualifications in over 200+ universities globally.
- Develop the student’s ability in the computing industry through effective practical and technical training, developing fundamental understanding of the knowledge and skills gained in different parts of the programme.
- Develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attributes essential for enabling students to make an immediate contribution to employment
- Minimum 3 D`s in IGCSE’s.
- Grade 10 or equivalent in any curriculum with a minimum of 50%
- BTEC Level 2 in a related field with a minimum pass profile.
- Other related BTEC Level 2 qualifications
- Work experience with two references.
- Additional English language qualifications/tests may apply where the medium of teaching is not English.
UNITS
Unit 1: Information Technology Systems – Strategy, Management and Infrastructure
Unit 6: Website Development
Unit 11: Cyber Security and Incident Management
UNITS
Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information
Unit 3: Using Social Media in Business
Unit 4: Programming
Unit 5: Data Modelling
Unit 8: Computer Games Development
Unit 9: IT Project Management
Unit 12: IT Technical Support and Management
Unit 15: Cloud storage and Collaboration Tools
Unit 16: Digital 2D and 3D Graphics
Unit 17: Digital Animation and Effects
Unit 18: The Internet of Things
New fees – AED | Notes | |
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Application fee -BTEC | 500 | Non-refundable |
Pearson Reg Fees | 2500 | — |
LEVEL 3 (Net Tution Fees) |
38000 | per year |

- Qualification Level
- Duration
- Subject
- Intake
3 ‘A’ Levels
12 Months
IT & Computing
Jan | Apr | Sept