T Level in Digital

Course description

This course is suitable for anyone hoping for a career in software production and design.

Students can progress in to roles such as Software Development; Computer Programming; Software Testing; Games Design; Web Development or Database Administration; Digital Support; Digital Infrastructure Technician.

It can also lead in to a career as a Data Technician, Data Analyst and a long term career goal in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Intelligence.

Throughout the two year course, students will specialise in one of three pathways, Digital Support; Digital Infrastructure; or Data Technician.

T Levels are new courses which follow GCSEs and are equivalent to three A Levels. They combine classroom theory, practical learning and a 315-hour (45 day) industry placement. This allows students real experience of the workplace.

Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English, Maths and Computer Science. Applicants must also successfully complete a mandatory Assessment Day.

What next?
After completing a T Level, you could go on to an Apprenticeship, Higher Apprenticeship, Higher Education and/or Degree Apprenticeship. This could be with Lakes College based on the existing (and growing) offer, or to another provider.