Applied ICT
Advanced Level, Single and Double Awards
Course Content
The Single Award is made up of six units. Three are taken in the first year and three in the second year.
The Double Award is made up of twelve units, the six for the Single Award plus a further six units in the second year.
The six units for the Single Award are:
Year 1
| Unit 1: | The Information Age | Coursework |
| Unit 2: | The Digital Economy | Coursework |
| Unit 3: | The Knowledge Worker | June externally assessed |
Year 2
| Unit 7: | Using Database Software | June externally assessed |
| Unit 8: | Managing ICT Projects | Coursework |
| Unit 10: | Using Multimedia Software | Coursework |
The further six units for the Double Award are:
Year 1
| Unit 4: | System Design & Installation | Coursework |
| Unit 5: | Web Development | Coursework |
| Unit 6: | Technical Support | Coursework |
Year 2
| Unit 9: | Communications & Networks | June externally assessed |
| Unit 11: | Using Spreadsheet Software | Coursework |
| Unit 14: | Programming | Coursework |
How it is Taught
Applied ICT is mainly a coursework-based qualification with external tests in three units. Students build up a portfolio of assignments that are based around practical projects using different types of software. Assignments are an individual effort creating e-books and e-portfolios.
Examination Details
Examinations are taken in three units:
| Unit | Duration | Unit Title |
| Unit 3: | 2½ hours | The Knowledge Worker - (Double & Single Award) |
| Unit 7: | 10 hours | Using Database Software - (Double Award only) |
| Unit 9: | 10 hours | Communications & Networks - (Double Award only) |
All tests are assessed by computer based time constrained test completed under exam conditions.
Entry Requirements
Students should have a grade C in GCSE English and preferably a grade C in GCSE Maths, and should also meet the general college entry requirements for Advanced Level study. (Please see the current Prospectus- Advanced Programmes, Entry Requirements)
It is NOT necessary to have studied Information Technology at GCSE level. (Students are accepted onto this course with no ICT qualifications).
Useful/Common Subject Combinations
Maths, Media Studies and Business Studies are subjects that could be taken alongside Applied ICT. ICT is particularly useful in gaining ICT skills that would be
very beneficial both in employment or higher education.
Careers and HE Information
Double Award ICT is a firm foundation for students wishing to study computing related subjects at university or employment in an ICT related job. Single award gives students good software skills as a preparation for work or study in any area.