At least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, or achievement of a merit in a relevant Level 2 qualification. GCSE grade 4 or above in English Language and Maths.
Entry requirements
Why choose this course?
This T Level prepares learners for technical support, infrastructure and cybersecurity roles through applied study of digital systems, security, customer needs and emerging technology. You’ll build competence diagnosing issues, managing systems and supporting users while completing a substantial industry placement.
Further information
The Digital Support and Security T Level is for students who wish to progress into skilled employment within the Digital Industry or high-level technical training or study.
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Year 1
Digital Environments
Security
Problem Solving
Intro to Digital Support
Emerging Issues
Legislation
Data
Business Context
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Year 2
Occupational Specialism: Digital Infrastructure
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Year 1 Exams
Two Core Papers
Employer Set Project
Year 2 Exams
Occupational Specialism Project
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Industry Placement
A meaning full placement that happens within the Digital Industry to achieve a minimum of 315 hours
The sky is the limit! When you complete your T Level, you’ll have lots of opportunities including:
- Employment in a skilled occupation
- Higher or degree level Apprenticeships
- Higher level study, including University
Depending on future trends in technology, and possibly further courses, possible future careers could including Digital Support Technician, Infrastructure Technician or a Cyber Technician.
There will be a mixture of classroom-based teaching and learning and ‘on-the-job’ learning as the course involves at least 315 hours of Industry Placement. You are assessed through Core Exams and a Employer Set Project on Year 1 of the course. For Year 2, you will complete an Occupational Specialism Project which focuses on creating a Digital Infrastructure from a given scenario.