Digital Software Development T Level

"Choosing to do a T Level is one of the best decisions I've made. It provides a lot of independence while still providing excellent support. I believe it's really important to have creative freedom while working on projects using different programming languages. I definitely suggest it for anyone who enjoys hands-on learning!" - Oyinkansola Olabode, The Ruth Gorse Academy

Qualification

T Level 

Assessment

33% Exam, 17% Coursework, 50% Occupational Specialism

What do I need to study this course?

You will need five GCSEs at grade 5 including GCSE English Language and Maths.

What are T Levels?

Notre Dame was selected as one of the first providers of the new T Level qualifications. T Levels follow GCSEs and are equivalent to 3 A-levels. These 2-year courses have been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses so that the content meets the needs of the industry and prepares students for work. 

What will I study?

First Year: 

• Coding
• Problem Solving
• Emerging Technology
• Legislation
• Data, and Security
• Employer Set Project: Planning, Debugging, Designing, and Coding.

Second Year: 

• Systems Analysis
• Design
• Coding (multiple languages)
• Evaluating Systems
• Industry Placement
  

What next?

T Levels will provide the knowledge and experience needed to open the door to skilled employment. Achieving this qualification will give you an advantage when applying for a job in Software Production and Design in the digital industry or when progressing to further study.