Digital Support and Security T Level

Core Component

The core content provides a broad understanding of the digital industry, you will gain the knowledge and underpinning concepts, theories and principles as well as core skills for the digital sector.You will learn about:

• How digital technologies impact business and market environment
• 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
• 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

Occupational Specialism: Digital Support Service – Cyber Security
The occupational specialism provides students with knowledge and skills required to enter employment or further study in the specific occupational area. The occupational specialism component covers:

• Analysing a problem to define requirements and acceptance criteria aligned
• Changing, maintaining and supporting software
• Discovering, evaluating and applying reliable sources of knowledge
• Designing, implementing and testing Computer network systems
• Creating solutions in a social and collaborative environment
• Applying ethical principles and managing risks in line with legal and regulatory requirements when developing Computer Networks

STUDY METHODS

During the first year, you will cover the key digital and business principles and prepare for core exams and projects. The second year will be more practical where you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge in the classroom and workplace.

5 GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C) including English, Maths and IT/Computing or BTEC Level 2 (Merit/Distinction) Diploma/Extended Certificate in ICT or Computing and GCSEs grade A*-C (9-4) in English and Maths.

Further Studies – you can go on to do a higher-level Apprenticeship, or related University Degree at East Surrey College or elsewhere. Successful completion of this course is worth up to 168 UCAS points – please check with your chosen University that they accept T levels.

Career Opportunities – achieving this qualification will give you an advantage when applying for a job in Computer Networking, Digital Service or Cyber Security Industry.

The core component will be assessed through a project set by employers in the industry and two externally-set tests. The occupational specialism content will allow you to develop the relevant skills in preparation for your career in the digital industry. This is assessed through a project that is created in conjunction with relevant employers.