Useful Information
Level 3 | Two Years | Programme designed for young people aged 16 to 18.
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Course Overview
Studying a T Level offers a range of benefits, including gaining industry-relevant skills and real-world experience through mandatory placements.This T Level programme has been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses, so everything you will learn meets the needs of industry and prepares you for work. Equivalent to three A Levels, T Levels provide a clear pathway to employment or higher education, making students more attractive to employers with practical, hands-on expertise in their chosen field. The qualification enhances employability, offers flexibility across diverse industries and increases the potential for higher wages. Additionally, T Levels provide a solid foundation for university progression, helping students make informed career decisions and secure well-paid roles in sectors like engineering, IT, healthcare and business.
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Course Highlights
The qualification is structured into two components: the Core Component, where you will gain knowledge of key concepts, theories and principles as well as occupational specialism where you will develop knowledge, skills and behaviours necessary in digital occupations. This course explores how digital technologies impact businesses, you will be looking at emerging trends such Artificial Intelligence, Block Chain and Virtual and Cloud environments and Internet security. Subjects you will cover include Problem Solving, Ethical issues, Testing Software, Legislation, Security Protocols and Project Management.
This qualification will involve a 315 hour industry placement within the digital sector.This means students will spend 80% of their time in the classroom and 20% on an industry placement (9 weeks minimum).
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Career Opportunities & Further Study
On completion you can progress into higher education to study topics including games development, computer science, web development, cybersecurity, digital media and software engineering. Alternatively, you may wish to explore an apprenticeship. This course opens up a wide range of exciting career opportunities in the digital sector including Software Developer, Web Developer, Games Developer, Digital Designer, Digital Content Creator and Application Developer.
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Assessment
T Levels are assessed through a combination of exams, coursework and industry placements. The core component includes exams that test knowledge of key concepts and principles, while coursework allows students to demonstrate their practical application of skills. The industry placement is a crucial part, where students gain real-world experience and are assessed on their performance in a professional setting. These assessments ensure that students develop both theoretical knowledge and practical experience, preparing them for further study or employment in their chosen field.
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Entry Requirements
4 GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including English and maths.Equivalence of these qualifications will be considered.
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