This course will prepare you for an exciting career in the Digital, IT and Creative industry. BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT, recognises that these qualifications are fit for purpose with regard to progression towards a professional career in IT or towards continuing education in Computing and
DurationWhat will I study?
You will be able to study the following qualifications and pathways in this subject:
Level 1 IT and vocational studies
Level 2 Digital Technologies
Level 3 Extended Diploma Web & Software Development
T Level Digital Foundation - a preparation for T Level year
T Level Digital Design and Development
This course will prepare you for an exciting career in the Digital, IT and Creative industry. BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT, recognises that these qualifications are fit for purpose with regard to progression towards a professional career in IT or towards continuing education in Computing and Information Technology.
We aim for our students to progress to our IT apprenticeships or to University; preparing you to enter this lucrative and rewarding industry. During your course, you will learn a variety of skills that will give you a broad base of knowledge whilst developing specialist skills in the pathway of your choice.
You will develop skills such as programming, developing software, creating applications and websites, and games development. You will explore new and exciting technologies such as AI and machine learning. All carried out in our programming labs, studios and workshops.
You will learn how to programme using specialist software, such as Microsoft Visual Studio, Adobe Creative Suite, IDLE, Python, C#, Java and Notepad++.
We will support you with Work Experience and our tutors have industry links with many relevant employers. We also invite employers and organisations into College to offer projects and tasks.
Industry masterclasses are on offer, and guest speakers from your industry specialism will come in to offer work projects, which will broaden your understanding of different career routes within Digital.
How will I be assessed?
Level 1 assessment is based on assignment and digital portfolio evidence.
Levels 2 & 3 assessment includes externally set unit examinations, a project and College set assignments. Industry placements and Employer set projects
What will this lead to?
Our Levels 1 & 2 courses are designed as a pathway onto our Level 3 courses.
Progression options from T Level include University, an Apprenticeship or full-time employment. Possible employment routes include Junior Developer, Junior Analyst, Software Engineer and Test Analyst.
Students who choose University generally choose courses such as Computing, Computer Science and Software Engineering. Students wishing to progress to University with a high UCAS entry requirement need to complete an Extended Project and core maths to maximise their UCAS point achievement.
Entry Requirements
Entry Level Courses:
Skills for Life & Work/Preparing for Adulthood
No formal qualifications are required for this course.
These courses are specifically designed for learners with a Special Educational Need (SEND).
Entry Level: Skills & Employability
No formal qualifications are required for this course.
Full Time ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
No formal qualifications are required for this course.
Full Time GCSE Re-sit Study Course
GCSE Grade 2 or 3 in Maths and English and / or Sciences.
Full Time Level 1 Course
Entry Level qualification or 2 GCSE's at grades 2 or below (E or below)
Full Time Level 2 Course
4 GCSEs at grade 3 or Vocational Level 1 in relevant subject area.
*GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths is required for the courses below:
Accounting
Electrical
Plumbing
Full time Level 3 Course
5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 including English or Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 English or Maths will be accepted).
OR
Vocational Level 2 plus Grade 4-9 GCSE English or Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 English or Maths will be accepted).
*A Vocational Level 2 is required for the following courses:
Accounting
All Construction Subjects
Hair & Beauty Subjects
Applied Science
T Level Foundation (Level 2)
4 GCSE Grade 3 including English and Math's (or Functional Skills Level 1 in English and Math's)
T Levels
5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 including English and Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths will be accepted).
* Health T Levels require GCSE Grade 4 in Science.
At Oldham College our aim is to make sure that you have a clear line of sight to where you want to be, whether that’s employment, an apprenticeship or higher education.
Develop as a person
You will grow as a person at Oldham College because we will work with you to develop your technical or professional skills and knowledge whilst also building up your business can do skills. In this way we will make sure you enter the world of work totally as a well rounded person, ready and prepared to make your mark.
Excellent teaching
At the core of everything we do is our commitment to teaching and learning so that you gain the knowledge and competencies needed to achieve your goals. Our supportive tutors are dedicated to helping you reach your full potential to ensure you will find everything you need to succeed here.
Vocational focus
We focus on vocational qualifications which have never been more important to the economy. We do this by delivering the trained, talented employees that businesses need – we will do this for you too.
Learning pathways
The route to your future successful career is one of our learning pathways. It will comprise, in addition to your vocational course, work experience, enrichment, tutorials, English and maths. We also place a high priority on attendance, punctuality and good conduct as these personal qualities are highly valued by employers.
Future career
Reflecting growth sectors in the economy, we have updated our campus as well as the curriculum. These developments, which include new ways of engaging with employers, help to ensure that you are well prepared for your future career.
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