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Course code: P04500
Subject area: Computing & Digital Technologies
Study level: School Leaver
Course level: 3
Course time:
09:00 - 17:00
Days of week:
Monday to Friday
Course date:
8th Sept 2025 - 25th Jun 2027
Course location:
Abingdon CampusThere will be a mixture of classroom-based teaching and learning and ‘on-the-job' learning as the course involves at least 315 hours (approximately 45 days) of Industrial Placement.
This new qualification provides the essential knowledge, understanding and skills relevant to any digital occupation. You'll learn about the value of digital technology and gain an understanding of customer and commercial needs, alongside the ethical and moral issues raised by the increasing reliance on technology and its impact on culture, autonomous operations and addiction. Use of physical, virtual and Cloud digital environments, emerging technology trends and the application of tools and testing to influence innovation, algorithms and usability are a key part of the course.
Core Component
(1) This will be split into two parts:
Technical knowledge and skills relevant to the T Levels industry. You’ll need to demonstrate that you:
Understand how your industry works;
Understand how occupational specialisms fit within the industry; and
Know the working practices in the industry.
An employer-set project which will require you to apply your knowledge and skills to a set challenge.
(2) Specialist Skills
You’ll learn specialist skills for your industry in a classroom-based environments, such as workshops. You will need to show evidence of your achievement and demonstrate your ability to work in your chosen industry.
(3) Industry Placements
Industry placements are an essential part of the T Level qualification, and you’ll complete between 45-60 days in a placement. This means you’ll develop the workplace skills that employers are looking for, gain a clearer idea about the job and even the possibility of opportunities to secure future employment!
You will be taught on campus with a full time programme of lessons in our engineering workshops. We provide the specialist knowledge and industry expertise to prepare you for employment with some of the best engineering companies and employers. You will also work with one of our partner employers, each one leaders in their field, who will help you apply the theory and skills learnt in college to real industry applications.
Employment in a skilled occupationHigher or degree level apprenticeshipsHigher level study, including university
The 19+ full fee button displays the full fee that may apply, the rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. Also see the Course Fees & Finance page by searching Fees and bursaries link at the top of the screen.
As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.
There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.
The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.
16-18 Fee:
Tuition Fee: £0.00
Exam Fee: £0.00
Total Cost: £0.00