Digital Production, Design & Development T Level

33005W1 | Parson's Walk Centre, Wigan
Start Date | 02/09/2025
Time/Day | FULL TIME

Is this course for me?

• Those with career aspirations to work in IT in the digital sector, or in a variety of businesses that have digital requirements, such as a company website, or staff IT system.

• Those who want to work in gaming, software development and programming sectors.

• Those who prefer exams to coursework and are keen to develop experience in work placement.
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What will I study?

You will cover:

• business context and environment

• change management

• concepts and fundamentals of data

• digital analysis and environments

• diversity and inclusion

• emerging technologies

• security and legislation

• project planning

• development and testing of IT systems

• use of collaborative technologies.

How long is the course?

Full time for two academic years.

How will I be assessed?

External examinations and and Employer set Project in year 1 and examinations in year 2

What qualifications do I need?

A minimum of 5 GCSEs, graded 9-4, including English and Maths. You will also need a Level 2 Merit grade, or a GCSE in Computer Science/IT at grade 4.

What can I progress onto?

T Levels will prepare you for employment and a dynamic career. Due to the broad range of topics covered on the Digital T Level, you will be ready for a career in a variety of sectors.



Roles may include:

• Assistant Programmer

• Junior Application Developer

• Software Development Technician

• IT Support Analyst.



You may choose to progress to degree programmes, or higher apprenticeships, in Computer Engineering, Games Programming or Computer Science.

Other Information

• You will study in our brand new digital skills academy with access to laboratories focussing on:

- robotics and artificial intelligence

- internet of things

- digital technologies and cyber security



• The course will feature guest speakers and visits, including a trip to Amazon and Manchester Airport.

• You will also have access to Robotics and Gaming clubs and the World Skills competition.

• We will help you to secure a work placement in one of a range of businesses, within easy commute, with substantial IT departments, or within the digital sector itself.

Course Fees

16-18 Year Olds 19+ year olds Free for eligible learners? Is Loan Available?
FREE Yes No
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16-18 year olds do not pay exam fees.

Course fees shown are per annum for University Centre courses. Courses lasting longer than one year, fees will be payable per year.

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