Do you like working with computers games websites and apps? Ever thought about making a career out of your passion for digital? If you want to study alongside classmates and learn from industry too this T-Level in Digital Production Design and Development could be just what you are looking for. This two-year course will provide you with all the skills and industry experience you need to kick-start your career. Learning from tutors with a background in industry and in our fantastic facilities all whilst gaining invaluable experience through a work placement you will learn digital skills such as programming emerging issues and the impact of digital as well as legislation regulatory requirements and security. You will also undertake an employer industry placement for a minimum of 45 days throughout your course giving you the opportunity to put your new skills into practice and thrive in the workplace.
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Entry Requirements
You will need five GCSEs at grade 5 or above (grade C) including English Language and Maths or equivalent level 2 qualifications. As this is a two-year study programme you must be aged 16 to 18 to enrol on this course. Currently T Level courses are only funded for learners who are under the age of 19 at the point of enrolment. You may also be required to undertake an assessment to ensure your suitability ahead of enrolment. If your course requires you to work with young people or vulnerable adults you might be required to successfully secure a DBS certificate for which the college will pay the fee.
Assessment Method
During the course you will be assessed via written examinations and employer set projects along with an assessment of progress during work placements.
Aims of the course
You will study the core content which aims to help you gain the knowledge understanding and application of contexts concepts theories and principles relating to the following areas: - Problem solving - Introduction to programming - Emerging issues and impact of digital - Legislation and regulatory requirements - Business context - Data - Digital environments - Security
Progression Opportunities
On successful completion of the course you may progress to higher education to study in a digital related or other field. Apprenticeships at advanced and higher level in the digital sector are open to you as is employment in the digital sector.
Facilities
Learning will be a mixture of classroom work using industry standard faciltiies and tehcnology as well as independent study and offsite work placement.
Career Options
This course is suitable for anyone wanting a career in software production and design. Students can progress into roles such as Web Developer Web Designer Software Developer Computer Games Tester Computer Games Developer E-learning Developer User Experience (UX) Designer and many more.
