T Level Software Development is an exciting and practical course for budding programmers and developers that will help you get started in the digital and tech industries.

The course works through the entire software development process, from building your problem-solving and programming skills using Python and modern web technologies, to understanding and using emerging technologies like AI, along with learning in-demand business-critical skills such as data analysis, network infrastructure, and cybersecurity.

During the course, you will also spend 45 days on an industry placement working with a local digital company and their software developers on a real-world project.

On completion, you’ll have the skills and experience to either go on to university, directly into industry, or onto an apprenticeship.

Course Details

In year one of the course, you will:

Build your programming skills in practical sessions by working on a series of portfolio projects using different languages, including Python.

Prepare for year one exams in theory sessions, covering everything from data analysis and network infrastructure to ethical AI and cybersecurity!

Prepare for your industry placements by building your critical thinking and interview skills and expanding your wider digital abilities.

In year two, you will:

Create larger and more advanced programs for your portfolio.

Complete a large exam project that will bring together all the practical and theory skills you’ve built over the course so far.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Year 1:

2x 2hr 15m paper-based exams (60% core grade)

1x 14.5 hr project over 2 weeks (40% core grade)

Year 2:

1x 50.5 hr project over 7 weeks (100% os grade)

Over both years you will undertake mocks to prepare you for the final exams and also complete a series of projects that will be internally assessed by your tutors. Students will have PC access for all projects but not for paper-based assessments unless you have an EAA (exam access arrangements).

Entry requirements

GCSEs at grades 4-9 (C-A*), including English and maths.

Your next steps...

Completing this course means you will be prepared to enter many career routes including Software Development Technician, Web Developer, Application Developer, Games Developer, Artificial Intelligence Developer, Programmer to name a few. Being in the computing industry means you can apply your knowledge in a range of sectors including Medical Services, Defense, Games, Marketing, Media, AI plus many more!

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