The Information and Communication Technology AS programme is a one-year course of study and should be taken in conjunction with two or three other subjects and the Welsh Baccalaureate.
Based at our City Centre campus in Cardiff, this course encourages candidates to become discerning users of ICT through developing a broad range of ICT skills, knowledge and understanding.
Learners may be able to take this qualification as a part-time student.
The course covers the following areas:
Module 1: Information Systems
This section is about acquiring knowledge and understanding of information systems which is assessed by means of a 2.25 hour written examination. However, candidates will also draw upon this knowledge during their practical work in Unit IT2, and it acts as a foundation for Unit IT4 (Use and Impact of ICT), for those candidates going on to the A2 Level.
Module 2: Presenting Information
This unit requires candidates to use ICT hardware and software applications to solve a problem involving three separate tasks:
Individual Subject Entry Requirement Maths minimum B B in GCSE ICT
One exam and coursework
“CAVC is a great place to study A Levels – the teachers, the support, the facilities and social experience has been so good – I’m delighted to have gained all A’s in my AS exams. The support to apply and prepare for university is brilliant and I’m looking forward to progressing after college.”
On completion of the A Level programme, the majority of our students progress onto universities across the country and beyond. Based on this course, there are many options but below are just a few examples of degree programmes you could go on to study at University: