APPLIED ICT A-LEVEL(single award)

Why choose applied ICT?

Choose applied ICT if you would like to

• be able to carry out investigations by selecting and using appropriate ICT tools and techniques;
• capture and handle data;
• solve problems and make decisions
• present and communicate information;
• increase your awareness of the benefits and drawbacks of ICT and its ompact on the way people live their lives;
• learn how to manage projects and work effectively with others.

What does this course involve?

This course consists of six units, three for AS and three for A2 (the second year of A-level). The units are:

For AS 1. The Information Age

2. The Digital Economy

3. The Knowledge Worker

For A2 4.Using Database Software

5. Managing ICT Projects

6. Using Multimedia Software (to be confirmed)

How is this course taught?

This is an applied course and much of the work is practical in nature using real life contexts. The course is taught at Blyth Jex using the new computer suites in the Business Centre where a wide range of modern software and multimedia equipment is available.

How is the course assessed?

You will be assessed in units 3 and 4 by assignments set by the examination board that ask you to carry out practical “hands on” tasks. You will collect evidence of your work for the other units in an e-portfolio. This is designed to be viewed on screen and will showcase your achievements. It will be assessed by your teachers and moderated by the exam board.

Why is it valuable?

Applied ICT will prepare you to go on to higher education to study for a degree or BTEC Higher National Diploma in related subjects such as ICT, Computer Science, Information Systems, Multimedia, Software Engineering, Computer Networking, e-Business and Information Management. You could also go on to work-based training such as IT user/Practioner NVQs. Alternatively Applied ICT is the ideal qualification to have on your CV when applying for jobs in most areas of work.