BTEC ICT (Single)

Applications Open - 12 November 2025

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Entry Requirements - All entry requirements can be found in our course directory here.

How to Apply - To apply for Post-16 at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, please follow the link to Applicaa, our admissions registration form:https://sgla.applicaa.com/sixthform

You are welcome to come to Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy on Thursday 20th August after midday or on Friday 21st August to enrol if you have the entry requirements.Please bring a parent with you together with a paper copy of your GCSE results, proof of address, proof of Date of Birth (Passport or Birth Certificate) proof of immigration status (if applicable). You will still need to apply online on Applicaa

You can email Head of P-16 - sophie.dickinson@sgla.latrust.org.uk with any questions

The BTEC National Foundation Diploma is a practical, work-related course. Students learn by carrying out two examinations and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. Students focus on particular subject area and develop a range of specialist skills and knowledge. The course also benefits from a flexible unit structure which matches content to students' interests. Possible optional units include Data modelling, Computer Games Development and Software Testing.

Year 1

Unit 1: Information Technology Systems

Unit 2: Creating Systems to manage information

Unit 3: Using Social media in Business

Unit 9: IT Project Management

Year 2

Unit 4: Programming

Unit 6: Website Development

Unit 7: Mobile Apps Development

Unit 11: Cyber Security and Incident Management

• 5+ GCSE 9-4 grades
• Grade 4 in English Language
• Grade 4 Mathematics and IT

This course will prepare you for an Undergraduate degree course at University.

Careers could include:

• Software Designer
• IT Analyst
• Website Designer
• Teacher