A head start for your future.
At Private Lay International Bilingual College Pythagore, we offer the BTEC (Business and Technology Education Council) program as a complement to our secondary education curriculum. This internationally renowned program, focused on practice and employability, allows our students to develop real-world and sought-after skills in the fields of business and technology.
What is BTEC?
BTEC is a professional qualification created in the United Kingdom by the Business and Technology Education Council. It offers an alternative to traditional academic pathways and is designed to develop the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to succeed in the professional world. BTEC programs are based on continuous assessments, real-world projects and case studies, thus providing an immersive and relevant learning experience.
BTEC Certifications
Students who successfully complete the BTEC program are awarded a BTEC Diploma, a qualification internationally recognized by universities, employers and professional bodies. BTEC qualifications are available at different levels, reflecting the depth and complexity of the knowledge and skills acquired:
- BTEC Level 1: Introduction to the fundamentals of business and technology;
- BTEC Level 2: Development of more in-depth technical and professional skills;
- BTEC Level 3: Preparation for higher education or direct entry into the world of work.
Why choose the BTEC at the Private Lay International Bilingual College Pythagore?
A training of excellence: Our BTEC programmes are delivered by experienced and passionate teachers, using active and collaborative learning methods.
- A stimulating international environment: Our bilingual and multicultural college offers an ideal setting to develop a global vision of economic and technological issues, as well as the intercultural skills essential for success in a globalised world;
- Personalised support: Our educational advisors support each student in their BTEC journey, helping them to choose the modules best suited to their aspirations and to build a solid professional project;
- Close links with the professional world: Thanks to our network of partners, our students benefit from internships in companies, conferences with professionals and company visits, allowing them to familiarize themselves with the realities of the world of work and to develop their professional network.
BTEC programs offered at Collège Pythagore (secondary education level)
Business: Introduction to marketing, principles of business management, fundamentals of finance, entrepreneurship and business creation, international trade.
Technology: Introduction to IT, web development and mobile applications, cybersecurity and networks, artificial intelligence and robotics, design and production of video games.
The advantages of the BTEC for students at Pythagore College
Optimal preparation for higher education: BTEC qualifications are recognized by universities around the world and can facilitate access to bachelor’s programs in the fields of business and technology.
Skills sought after by employers: BTEC graduates are highly valued by companies for their ability to solve real-world problems, their initiative, their creativity and their adaptability.
An asset for a future international career: The BTEC opens the way to exciting and varied careers in multinational companies, innovative start-ups or international organisations.
Join the BTEC programme at Pythagore College and give your future a head start!