Computing & Digital

COMPUTING AND DIGITAL

Study Programme and Entry Criteria Duration Destinations

Level 2 Information & Creative Technologies

You will need 4 GCSEs at grade 2 or higher, including English and maths. We will request a school or college report and you will need to attend an interview at the college. Progressing Learners; In addition, to demonstrate Positive Engagement & progress in English and Maths, and Good Attendance overall. 1 Year We do recommend further study by progressing onto the next level qualification, or alternatively into an apprenticeship. Career opportunities include working as a software engineer, Web Designer and IT Technician.

Level 3 IT (Application Development (Software) Foundation Diploma and Extended Diploma

5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or higher including at least one of Maths or English, or a relevant Level 2 IT qualification. In order to apply for the Extended Diploma you must have achieved the relevant Foundation Diploma qualification. Learners without maths and English will study these subjects as part of their study programme.

Level 3 IT (Networking/Hardware/Cyber Security) Foundation Diploma and Extended Diploma

5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or higher including at least one of Maths or English, or a relevant Level 2 IT qualification. In order to apply for the Extended Diploma you must have achieved the relevant Foundation Diploma qualification. Learners without maths and English will study these subjects as part of their study programme.

T Level Digital Production, Design and Development (Level 3)

Five GCSEs at grades 9-4 (to include English and maths GCSEs at 9-4) Relevant level 2 qualification at merit grade or higher (to include English and maths at level 2 or higher) 1 or 2 years to be discussed at interview

1 or 2 years to be discussed at interview

2 Years You can progress into a range of careers at a junior role, but we do recommend further study if you wish to progress in employment. Careers include: Computer Games Developer, Software Designer, Website/App Developer, Graphic Designer, Computer Programmer and more.

Career opportunities exist to enter the industry at junior level in many job roles, including: IT Support Technician, Network Support Technician, or Computing Forensics Engineer. We do recommend further study if you are wishing to progress within these roles.

This course is suitable for anyone wanting a career in software production and design. Students can progress into roles such as: • Web developer • Web designer • Software developer • Computer games tester • Computer games developer • E-learning developer • User experience (ux) designer • Students can also use this T Level to do a related higher-level apprenticeship or degree-level course.

T Level Technical Qualification in Digital Support Services (Level 3)

Five GCSEs at grades 9-4 (to include English and maths GCSEs at 9-4) Relevant level 2 qualification at merit grade or higher (to include English and maths at level 2 or higher) 2 Years This course is suitable for anyone wanting a career in digital infrastructure and support. Career options might include becoming an infrastructure technician or a role in IT support. Students can progress into roles such as: • IT Security Co-ordinator • IT Support Technician

Students can also use this T Level to progress to a related higher-level apprenticeship or course of study at a higher level.

Study Programme and Entry Criteria Duration Destinations

APPRENTICESHIPS

Level 3 Information Communication Technician Apprenticeship

For this Apprenticeship you will need GCSEs at grade A*-C, including maths and English or an appropriate level 2 qualification. Mature students will be assessed on individual merit.

You must be employed for a minimum of 30 hours per week in a relevant environment for the duration of the Apprenticeship. You will be required to attend an interview at the college and we will request a school or college report. We offer the Support Technician route for this Apprenticeship 2 Years Level 4 Network Engineer or relevant position in the industry.