The Diploma

Diploma in Information Technology

Level: Foundation and Higher Levels

Point Score:
Foundation equivalent to 5 GCSEs grade D-G
Higher equivalent 7 GCSEs grade A*-C

Course Description:
The Diploma in IT lets students explore technology and see first hand the role that it plays in organisations for individuals and society as a whole.

The Diploma in IT focuses on 3 main themes:

Business: How organisations work and the role technology can play

People: How to work well with other people

Technology: How to create technology solutions

Course Assessment:
Students learn how to manage and deliver successful IT projects and be able to apply what they have learnt when working on their own projects.

Prior learning Required:
The potential to achieve D-G grades at GCSE level for the Foundation Diploma or the potential to achieve A*-C grades at GCSE level for the Higher Diploma.

Progression Route:
A Diploma in IT will give young people the skills they need for either university or work and is a first step towards a career in IT. It could lead to a Level 3 Diploma, A levels, university degree in computing, computer networking, information systems, business and information technology, computer games software, multimedia or graphic design. Or it could help young people begin a career as an IT professional or entrepreneur. However, the Diploma in IT doesn’t mean students have to opt for a career in this sector. Because the Diploma teaches a mix of subjects, it will give young people the skills that will be welcomed by colleges, universities and employers, no matter what course they choose to do.

Day/Time: All day Tuesday and Thursday

Only available to Rushcliffe School and Dayncourt School students