Please find below the units which are available for this qualification.
Unit description | Assessment
| Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Written examination 1 hour 30 minutes | 50%
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Unit description | Assessment
| Weighting |
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| Controlled assessment Up to 10 hours on research
| 25%
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Unit description | Assessment
| Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Practical examination 1 hour | 25%
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The assessment objectives are designed to reflect the non-statutory guidelines for Business and Communications Systems.
Learners are expected to demonstrate the following in the context of the content described:
Recall, select and communicate their knowledge and understanding of concepts, issues and terminology.
Apply skills, knowledge and understanding in a variety of contexts and in planning and carrying out investigations and tasks.
Analyse and evaluate evidence, make reasoned judgements and present appropriate conclusions.

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