Computing
Information Technology
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
You will study a wide variety of subjects including computer systems, business information systems and communications technology. In addition you will have the opportunity to study units in specialist areas including computer networking, website development and applications software development.
Information Technology
BTEC Level 2 Diploma
This course will develop your use of Information Technologies both in commerce and industry. You will develop your skills and knowledge of software in developing applications, website design, computer systems and networking. The course is designed to widen your knowledge and skills to prepare you for employment or further studies at Level 3.
Access to Creative Technologies
Entry Level
This new one year course is designed to give students a broad-based introduction to the world of creative technologies. The course covers, media, music, information technology and art & design. It provides the skills, knowledge and the understanding to progress to a Level 1 qualification.
Creative Technologies
Level 1 Diploma
This course offers study in a wide-range of creative technologies, these include; information technology, using the internet, video production, website design, games development and music technology. It provides the skills, knowledge and understanding relevant to the workplace and to progress onto a Level 2 diploma in Information Technology, Creative media Production or Music.
“After speaking to the careers advisors at school and attending an open day at BCoT I decided to enrol on this course. I chose to study at BCoT because it was close to my home and the course covered everything that I wanted to learn about which includes how computing is used in business as well as how to use new software applications.
“I was surprised to find I was the only girl on this course but it has not been a problem. I have really enjoyed myself thanks to the other students who make me feel very welcome and include me in their activities.
“My lecturers are very supportive and always happy to help when I need it. “After working really hard on the course I was awarded ‘Top Student of the Year’ which I was very proud of. It just shows that if you persevere you can achieve great things.
“The course is great preparation for work and has motivated me to study further. After completing this course I want to enrol on the BTEC First Diploma in Media. My ambition is to become a games designer or animator.”
Key: entry requirements
Further Study 
GCSE Grades A-C
or other Level 2
GCSE Grades D
or other Level 1
GCSE Grades E
and below
