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IT (level 3 diploma) College course

After GCSEs.

• Level 3
• 2 years
• After GCSEs

Entry requirements

• With GCSEs: No specific subjects required. Helpful: Computer Science, Maths. Typical: Usually four or five GCSEs at grade 4 or above; colleges offer level 2 courses if not.

Careers it leads to

• IT support technician: Sets up, fixes and supports computers, networks and users.
• Software developer: Designs, builds and tests apps, websites and systems.

Where to find it

Local further education colleges. Course names and availability vary by college.

Revision guides

GCSE Computer Science · GCSE Maths

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Can lead on to

• Digital & Technology Solutions Degree apprenticeship
• Software Developer Higher apprenticeship
• Data Analyst Higher apprenticeship
• Software Engineering Degree