Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Computing
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By studying the L3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Computing, you will explore and develop skills, knowledge and understanding across a range of different areas of computing, enabling progression to either higher education or employment in the computing sector.
This qualification is equivalent to studying three A Levels.
MANDATORY MODULES
(4 x exam-based, 3 x coursework-based)
The mandatory exam-based modules include study of computer systems, planning and management of computing projects as well as a software design and development project. The mandatory coursework-based modules include study of social media, systems security and encryption and studying the impact of computing.
SELECTIVE MODULES
(ALL coursework-based)
Coursework-based modules include website development, mobile apps development, networking and virtualisation. Modules are split into theory-based research tasks as part 1, combined with given scenarios as a basis for practical exercises for part 2, and are graded on a Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction* basis.
COURSE STRUCTURE
Students in Year 12 typically complete 6-7 modules in the first year of the course (2 exam-based and 3-4 coursework-based), with students going on to complete the remaining modules (2 exam-based and the remaining coursework-based) in the second year of the course.
EXTERNAL EXAMINING BOARD LINKS
We use Pearson Edexcel as our examining body for this qualification.
CAREERS AND FUTURES IN THIS SUBJECT
We recognise that there is a whole world of exploration for future careers in IT.
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Year 10
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Year 12
Georgina Craven
Executive Director of SEND (SENCo)
Georgina is an experienced SEND leader with over thirteen years specializing in supporting neurodiverse learners and leading SEND provision. Beginning her career as an LSA, she progressed through roles including Senior LSA, Teacher of Biology, Director of SEND, and now Executive Director of SEND. A qualified teacher with a Marine Zoology degree from Newcastle University, Georgina also holds a Master’s in SEND, specialising in SEMH and Autism, alongside the National Award for SEN Coordination and accreditation as an Access Arrangements Assessor. She has contributed to SEND practice at both school and local authority level, including sitting on EHCP panels and leading school‑wide implementation of SEND technology systems. As a Therapeutic Thinking trainer, she champions inclusive, neuroaffirming practice rooted in the social model of disability and strongly believes in celebrating the strengths that neurodiversity brings to education and the wider world.
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