This dynamic qualification is perfect for students aged 16-19 who are eager to dive into the world of application development and tech innovation.
College entry.
You do not need to have studied Computer Science at GCSE or BTEC Information and Communication Technology.
However, if you have studied these courses, we would expect you to have obtained at least a grade 4 or Merit (please refer to the Entry Requirements section for further details).
There are two examined units and 3 internally assessed units where students will engage in practical tasks to develop their computing skills and knowledge.
Exams: Fundamentals of application development and Developing application software
Course work; Designing and communicating UX/UI solutions; Game Development and Software development
• Fundamentals of application development: Dive into the essential building blocks of app creation, where you’ll learn how to bring innovative ideas to life through coding, planning, and problem-solving.
• Developing application software: Get hands-on with cutting-edge tools to design and build powerful software that solves real-world problems and drives user engagement.
• Designing and communicating UX/UI solutions: Discover how to craft seamless user experiences and intuitive interfaces, while learning the art of presenting your ideas in ways that impress clients and stakeholders.
• Game Development: Immerse yourself in the exciting process of game creation, from concept to coding, and bring interactive worlds and characters to life.
• Software development: Develop your skills in software development, learning how to create robust, efficient, and scalable solutions that can power the next big tech innovation.
Higher education course in:
• Computer Science
• Computer Games Development
• Computing
• Creative Computing
• Web and Mobile Development
• Web and User Experience Design
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Our Elective Programme is designed to help you develop your gifts and interests as part of an enhanced level 3 programme. We will help you realise your potential by nurturing your talent and preparing you for study at the most prestigious universities or for progression to competitive higher-level apprenticeships. Your options range from our Honours Programme, which might include following a fourth A level, to specialist Futures Programmes that will support your career goals.
If you’re not quite ready to start on a Level 3 Technical course (T Levels) or a Vocational Level 3 course (BTEC) but want to begin on the path to your chosen career, the Transition Programme could be for you.
Transition Programmes are tailored to prepare students to move onto Technical or Vocational Level 3 study. They will give you the opportunity to improve your English and Maths, your work readiness skills and introduce you to the technical skills and concepts that you will need for future study and employment.
As part of the Transition Programme you will study a BTEC Level 2 Award in your chosen subject area as well as the BTEC Level 2 Extended Award in Work Skills. You will also have the opportunity to resit GCSE English and/or Maths if you have not yet achieved a grade 4.
Entry criteria for Transition Programmes is four grade 3s including grade 3s in English Language and Maths GCSE.
