Entry Requirements
GCSEs at grades 4-9 (C-A*), including English and maths
Duration
Two Years Including 45 Day Work Placement
Qualification
Digital Production, Design and Development T Level
This course takes you through the entire software development process, nurturing your problem-solving and programming skills using Python, C#, and JavaScript.
Dive into the realm of emerging technologies, including AI and VR, and acquire in-demand business-critical competencies such as data analysis, network infrastructure, and cybersecurity.
Throughout the course, you’ll embark on a 45-day industry placement, working with local digital companies and their software developers on real-world projects. This hands-on experience ensures you’re industry-ready.
In the first year, you’ll lay the foundation for your programming journey by working on a series of portfolio projects using diverse languages such as Python, C#, and JavaScript.
Theory sessions will prepare you for year one exams, covering an array of topics, from data analysis to network infrastructure, ethical AI, and cybersecurity.
Year two sees you creating larger and more advanced programs for your portfolio and work on live projects set by local employers.
You’ll complete a substantial exam project that consolidates the practical and theoretical skills you’ve honed.
We’ll guide you as you prepare for your next steps, be it university, a level 4 apprenticeship, or direct industry employment.
Entry Requirements
Four or more GCSEs at grades 9-4 (A*-C), including English (Language or Literature) and Maths.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Our bespoke professional development programme aims to empower you to take your next steps into your future career. We achieve this by providing you with a three phase programme of lessons, projects and experiences designed to give you as much exposure to industry as possible.
Careers and Progression
T-Level Software Development is designed to allow students to progress to multiple pathways. These pathways include:
University courses such as:
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science
- BSc (Hons) Cyber Security
- BSc (Hons) Software Engineering
- BSc (Hons) AI and Data Science
Level 4 apprenticeships such as:
- Software Development
- Business Analysis
- Data Analysis
Jobs in the digital and tech industries such as:
- Software Developer/Engineer
- Web Developer
- Network Engineer
- Test Engineer/ Software Tester
- Pen Tester
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Games Developer
- IT Technician
- Data Scientist
- AI Developer
- Content Manager
- UI/UX Designer
Student Benefits
A range of student-friendly offers are available in partnership with WEX. These vary by store so check in with your local branch to see what support they can provide you as an ACC learner.
APPRENTICESHIP PROGRESSION ROUTES
Length: 15 months plus EPA
Progression routes: Software Developer/Engineer, Network Engineer, Data Scientist, Cybersecurity Analyst and Tester, IT Support Specialist, UI/UX Designer – learn more
Length: 17 months plus EPA
Progression routes: Software Developer/Engineer, Network Engineer, Data Scientist, Cybersecurity Analyst and Tester, IT Support Specialist, UI/UX Designer – learn more
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