Course is Subject to approval with planned delivery for the course in Sep 24
Mode of study
Full Time
Start date
01/09/2027
Entry requirements
At least 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above, including English and maths.
Teaching staff
Oaklands College has a team of highly qualified ICT teachers. All are experts in Microsoft software, as well as networking, programming and hardware installation. Most have come from the ICT and business industry and have a wealth of experience to share with you. They are supportive and motivational tutors who will do their best to make your time at Oaklands enjoyable, interesting and an excellent learning experience. You will also receive support in finding employment or a university place of your choosing.
Course Code
TL3DSA1F/1
Duration
2-Year
Location
St Albans Campus
Awarding body
Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL)
Assessment
You will be assessed in the following way: You will be assessed through a mixture of internal and external assessments. Year 1: Core component: paper A written examination paper B written examination employer set project in order to achieve a grade for core component, students must have results for both sub-components (the core (written) examination and the employer set project). The combined results from these sub-components will be aggregated to form the overall core component grade (A*'E and U). No overall grade will be issued for the core component until both sub-components have been attempted. Year 2: Occupational specialism component: Synoptic assignment The student is also required to successfully achieve a distinction/merit/pass grade in the occupational specialism component.
About the course
The T-Level is split into three main sections: Technical qualification (TQ) is the main, classroom-based element. Students will learn about their chosen sectors through a curriculum designed by employers and developed by an awarding organisation (AO). Industry placement runs for a minimum of 315 hours (45 days) overall and will give students practical insights into their sector and an opportunity to embed the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom. English, maths and digital provision are also built into the classroom-based element of the T Level, meaning students will be given a solid foundation of transferable skills.
Career options
If Successful, you can progress onto further study at Degree level, higher level Apprenticeship or Employment. Potential Careers: Data Technician IT Technician Support Technician IT Trainer
Successful completion of your chosen course could lead onto a higher level course, university or into employment.
Potential careers:
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Computer Games Designer -
Computer Hardware Engineer -
Database Administrator -
Interactive Media Designer -
IT Product Developer -
IT Trainer -
Network Manager -
Software Developer/ Programmer -
Systems Analyst -
Technical Support Person -
Web Designer/ Developer
Course Content - What will I learn?
Please contact us to find out if you require any specific equipment for this particular course.
You will be assessed in the following way: You will be assessed through a mixture of internal and external assessments. Year 1: Core component: paper A written examination paper B written examination employer set project in order to achieve a grade for core component, students must have results for both sub-components (the core (written) examination and the employer set project). The combined results from these sub-components will be aggregated to form the overall core component grade (A*'E and U). No overall grade will be issued for the core component until both sub-components have been attempted. Year 2: Occupational specialism component: Synoptic assignment The student is also required to successfully achieve a distinction/merit/pass grade in the occupational specialism component.