Institute of
Technology
Which course is
right for me?
We are one of just 12 colleges and
universities nationally to have
secured government funding to open
an Institute of Technology.
Our Institute of Technology (IoT) is a brand new,
purpose-built facility for advanced technologies.
It has been designed to deliver advanced and
higher-level specialist training in emerging
occupations - so our students can boost their
skills and prepare for the jobs of the future.
Finding the right course for you depends on your qualifications, your career
and further study ambitions, and your other commitments.
With so many different options, though, it can get confusing!
Use the table below to understand the study levels at which we offer adult courses - and the
summary on page 15 to work out which course type suits you.
If you're still unsure or you want to discuss your options in more detail, head into Advice Street
on our Rush Green campus or call us on 020 3667 0294.
06 Adult Course Guide 2020/21
Technology is moving fast - so
fast that your dream job might
not even exist yet!
New for 2020/21!
Pop into Advice Street at our Rush Green campus or call us on
020 3667 0294 for more information.
The IoT will provide specialisms in the
following sectors - all of which are
critical to the London and UK economy:
• Construction & Infrastructure Technologies
• Advanced Engineering & Robotics
• Creative Digital (Animation & Games Design,
3D Design, Graphic Design)
• IT
Our partners
The Institute of Technology at Barking &
Dagenham College has been developed in
collaboration with CU London and key
industry partners.
Our relationship with CU London enables us
to offer degree programmes, and our industry
partnerships with Saint-Gobain, TfL and Huawei
ensure training meets the skills requirements and
economic opportunities of the future.
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LEVEL ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS
VOCATIONAL
COURSES
WHEN COMPLETED
GO ON TO...
ENTRY
No previous qualifications needed but you
should be motivated about developing your
skills to progress to a career of your choice
Skills for life,
vocational
studies
• Level 1 Study
1
• GCSE grades at 2 or above
• Successfully completed a relevant
Entry Level qualification
BTEC Awards/
Certificates/
Diplomas
• Level 2 Study
• Intermediate Apprenticeship
2
• 4 or more GCSE grades at 3 or above
including Maths & English
• Successfully completed an appropriate
Level 1 qualification
Intermediate Level
Apprenticeships,
BTEC Awards/
Certificates/Diplomas
• Level 3 Study
• Advanced
Apprenticeship / Employment
3
• 4 or more GCSE grades at 4 or above
including either Maths & English
• Successfully completed an appropriate
Level 2 qualification
Advanced Level
Apprenticeships,
BTEC Diplomas,
Access to HE
• Apprenticeship / Higher
Apprenticeship / Employment
• Progress to university
• Apprenticeship / Higher
Apprenticeship / Employment
• Progress to university
4
• A Levels
• Level 3 qualification or relevant
industry experience
Higher National
Certificates
(HNCs), Higher
Apprenticeships
• Apprenticeship / Employment
• Progress to university
5
• Level 4 related qualification
• Related industry experience
Higher National
Diplomas (HNDs),
Higher Apprenticeships,
Foundation Degrees
6
• Level 5 related qualification
• Related industry experience
Degree Apprenticeships,
BA Hons/Top Up Degree
Level 6
• Masters Degree
• Employment