Computing - Digital Support Services - T Level - Level 3

The course provides a mixture of technical knowledge and skills specific to the science industry and a work placement of at least 45 days in your chosen occupation. On completion of the course you will be able to choose between moving into a skilled occupation or further study in science, for example, a higher or degree level apprenticeship, or higher level technical study, including higher education.

What will I do on this course?

The course covers a wide range of topics including problem solving, programming using languages such as python, security and encryption and networking.

You will develop a general understanding of digital:

• how digital technologies impact business and market environment
• the ethical and moral implications of digital technology
• using data in software design
• using digital technologies to analyse and solve problems
• digital environments, including physical, virtual and cloud environments
• legal and regulatory obligations relating to digital technologies
• the privacy and confidentiality of personal data
• the technical, physical and human aspects of internet security
• planning digital projects
• testing software, hardware and data
• digital tools for project management and collaboration

You will also learn about topics specific to digital support services, including:

• roles within the digital support services sector
• communication in digital support services
• fault analysis and problem resolution

Industry placement

A big part of your study will be to complete relevant industry-based work placement. Throughout the course, you'll be required to complete a minimum of 45 days (315 hours) work placement. You'll also get the opportunity to show us what you've learned and demonstrate your abilities during numerous observations through the course. Work placement is a great opportunity to get your feet wet in your chosen specialism and help confirm that this is the career you want to do!

You will need:

• 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, which must include English and Maths

Or

• a full level 2 qualification in an IT related subject at MM (merit) or above and GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 or above

How long is this course?

2 years

When does this course start?

04/09/2023

How many hours / days per week is this course?

Full-time courses at the college are generally 3-4 days per week (you may be in an extra day if you are resitting English and/or Maths). All students are expected to complete study hours in the Learning Resource Centre and at least 30 hours work experience on top of their college hours.

* Certain courses may have additional costs to cover trips or DBS checks, and for some courses you will be expected to purchase additional items such as uniform or equipment.

Fee information

Though this course is free for those aged 16-18, there may be additional fees related to the programme, such as additional equipment or uniform, trips, DBS checks and work placement costs. Further information will be sent to all applicants before enrolment.

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Information on Fees and Financial Help

What qualification will I achieve?

T Level Technical Qualification in Digital Support Services

How is my course assessed?

You will have two written examinations and employer set project to complete. You will also have an assignment on your occupational specialism.