BTEC ICT (Single)

Applications Open - 12 November 2025

Applications Close

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 Applicca, our admissions registration form:https://sgla.applicaa.com/sixthform

You are welcome to come to Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy 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 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