Computing - Digital Support Services - T Level - Level 3

The course provides a mixture of technical knowledge and skills specific to the computing industry and a work placement of at least 45 days in your chosen occupation. On completion of the course you will be able to choose between moving into a skilled occupation or further study in computing, for example, a higher or degree level apprenticeship, or higher level technical study, including higher education.

What will I do on this course?

The course covers a wide range of topics including problem solving, programming using languages such as python, security and encryption and networking.

You will develop a general understanding of digital:

• 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
• digital tools for project management and collaboration

You will also learn about topics specific to digital support services, including:

• roles within the digital support services sector
• communication in digital support services
• fault analysis and problem resolution

Industry placement

A big part of your study will be to complete relevant industry-based work placement. Throughout the course, you'll be required to complete a minimum of 45 days (315 hours) work placement. You'll also get the opportunity to show us what you've learned and demonstrate your abilities during numerous observations through the course. Work placement is a great opportunity to get your feet wet in your chosen specialism and help confirm that this is the career you want to do!

You will need:

• 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, which must include English and maths

Or

• a full level 2 qualification in an IT related subject at MM (merit) or above studied at CWA or another further education provider. This does not include level 2 courses studied at school alongside GCSEs.
• GCSE maths and English at grade 4 or above

How long is this course?

2 years

When does this course start?

01/09/2025

* Some of our courses may have additional costs to cover trips, unform and equipment. These costs will be confirmed to you at enrolment.

Fee information

Though this course is free for those aged 16-18, there may be additional costs related to the programme, such as additional equipment and uniform, educational trips and work placement costs. Full details will be sent to applicants before enrolment.

Find all the information you need about course fees and financial help below.

Information on Fees and Financial Help

What qualification will I achieve?

T Level Technical Qualification in Digital Support Services (Level 3) (delivered by NCFE) (qualification aim: 60369012)

How is my course assessed?

You will have two written examinations and employer set project to complete. You will also have an assignment on your occupational specialism.

How many UCAS points will I achieve on this course?

The number of UCAS tariff points for a T Level diploma varies between 72 and 168 points, depending on your grade for the core content and the specialism. We've included some examples below of what grades you need to achieve common UCAS tariff point entry requirements:

You can find more details on the UCAS Tariff points calculator here.