T Level Digital Support and Security

T Levels are a brand-new qualification that mark a significant change in technical education. T-levels follow GCSEs. They are equivalent to three A-Levels, and will become one of the main choices for student in Year 12 and Year 13, alongside A-levels and apprenticeships. They are a two-year qualification that bring together classroom-based learning and work placement, on a course designed in collaboration with employers. T-Levels also carry UCAS points for progression into Higher Education.

Students will develop an understanding of:

• how digital technologies impact business
• the ethical and moral implications of digital technology
• using data in software design
• using digital technologies to analyse and solve problems
• digital environments, including physical, virtual and cloud environments
• emerging technical trends, such as Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality (AR), Blockchain, 3D printing
• legal and regulatory obligations relating to digital technologies
• the privacy and confidentiality of personal data
• the technical, physical and human aspects of internet security
• planning digital projects
• testing software, hardware and data
• digital tools for project management and collaboration

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

Students are required to complete at least 50 hours of enrichment per academic year whilst studying at The Henley College, learn more about Enrichment here.

Learn more about our application process here.