The course is made up of four units, three of which are mandatory and two of which are externally assessed. The core units for the course are: Unit 1: Information Technology Systems In this unit you will explore the relationships between the hardware and software that form an IT system, and the way that systems work individually and together, as well as the relationship between the user and the system. You will examine issues related to the use of IT systems and the impact that they have on organisations and individuals. This unit is externally assessed through a written examination. The examination is two hours in length and you will be assessed on your understanding of computer systems and the implications of their use in personal and professional situations. Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information In this unit you will learn about the design, creation, testing and evaluation of a relational database system to manage information. This unit is externally assessed through a controlled assessment. Unit 3: Using Social Media in Business In this unit you will explore how businesses use social media to promote their products and services. You will also implement social media activities in a business to meet requirements. This unit is internally assessed through coursework. The final unit that you will study is: Unit 6: Website Development In this unit you will investigate website development principles. You will design and develop a website using scripting languages. This unit is internally assessed through coursework.
We would recommend grade 4 at GCSE in English and mathematics and BTEC Level 2 ICT.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Ofsted Rating | Requires improvement |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Knight Avenue, Canterbury, CT2 8QA |
The course is made up of four units, three of which are mandatory and two of which are externally assessed. The core units for the course are: Unit 1: Information Technology Systems In this unit you will explore the relationships between the hardware and software that form an IT system, and the way that systems work individually and together, as well as the relationship between the user and the system. You will examine issues related to the use of IT systems and the impact that they have on organisations and individuals. This unit is externally assessed through a written examination. The examination is two hours in length and you will be assessed on your understanding of computer systems and the implications of their use in personal and professional situations. Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information In this unit you will learn about the design, creation, testing and evaluation of a relational database system to manage information. This unit is externally assessed through a controlled assessment. Unit 3: Using Social Media in Business In this unit you will explore how businesses use social media to promote their products and services. You will also implement social media activities in a business to meet requirements. This unit is internally assessed through coursework. The final unit that you will study is: Unit 6: Website Development In this unit you will investigate website development principles. You will design and develop a website using scripting languages. This unit is internally assessed through coursework.
We would recommend grade 4 at GCSE in English and mathematics and BTEC Level 2 ICT.