Computing and IT
Level 3

Digital T Level

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Classroom Technical Programme
College 16+
Student type:
College 16+
Start Date:
September 3rd, 2026
Duration:
2 Years
Campus:
Chester Campus, Crewe Campus

The Course

This T Level programme has been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses to give you the knowledge, practical skills and experience needed for a career in the digital industry. You will develop an understanding of how the industry operates while building the technical skills needed to design, develop and support software solutions.

Topics include:

  • Business context
  • Digital culture and environments
  • Data and digital analysis
  • Security
  • Software design and development
  • Software testing
  • Maintaining and supporting software
  • Digital tools and technologies
  • Legislation and regulatory requirements
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Problem-solving and user requirements
  • Collaborative working
  • Ethical principles and risk management

The core component will give you a broad understanding of the digital industry. You will explore areas including business context, data, digital environments, security, testing and the legislation that affects digital organisations. You will also learn about workplace culture, diversity and inclusion and the tools used by professionals within the industry.

As part of your occupational specialism, you will develop practical software development skills. You will learn how to analyse problems and identify user requirements before designing, implementing and testing software solutions. You will also explore how software is changed, maintained and supported throughout its lifecycle.

You will develop your ability to work collaboratively, evaluate reliable sources of information and apply your knowledge to real-world situations. You will also consider the ethical, legal and regulatory requirements involved in developing software and learn how to identify and manage potential risks.

Assessment includes externally set tests and projects developed with employers, giving you the opportunity to demonstrate both your knowledge and practical abilities.

By the end of the programme, you will have developed the technical knowledge, practical experience and professional skills needed to progress to highly skilled employment, an Apprenticeship or higher-level study, including university.

Typically you will need 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C (or above), including grade 4/C (or above) for maths and English.

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 such as a related higher-level apprenticeship or degree course. You can progress into roles such as:

  • Web developer
  • Web designer
  • IT business analyst
  • App developer
  • Digital marketer
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The course fee shown is the co-funded rate which is only available for people living in the local authority areas of Cheshire West and Chester or Cheshire East. If you live outside of these local authorities please contact the College for fee information.

Funding for Adult Courses

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

Higher Education Funding

There is funding available for eligible students.

Do I pay this fee?

Higher Education courses such as HNCs and HNDs can be self-funded through a payment plan. However, for eligible students, a tuition fee loan can fund your course through Student Finance England and you may be eligible for a maintenance loan to support your education.

Please note, you should apply for your loan before the course starts. You only commit to the loan once you begin attending the course.

Find out more about eligibility at Student Finance. For more information, find out on our Higher Education page or get in touch with our Bursary department.

Find out more about funding

Potential Career Pathways

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Average Salary:
Up to £40,000

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Top-Up Degrees

Degrees you could enter:

  • Degree 1
  • Degree 2
  • Degree 3

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Campus:
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Start Date:
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Course Level:
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Campus:
Chester Campus
Start Date:
September 3rd, 2026
Duration:
2 Years
Course Level:
Level 3
Campus:
Crewe Campus
Start Date:
September 3rd, 2026
Duration:
2 Years
Course Level:
Level 3

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The Course

This T Level programme has been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses to give you the knowledge, practical skills and experience needed for a career in the digital industry. You will develop an understanding of how the industry operates while building the technical skills needed to design, develop and support software solutions.

Topics include:

  • Business context
  • Digital culture and environments
  • Data and digital analysis
  • Security
  • Software design and development
  • Software testing
  • Maintaining and supporting software
  • Digital tools and technologies
  • Legislation and regulatory requirements
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Problem-solving and user requirements
  • Collaborative working
  • Ethical principles and risk management

The core component will give you a broad understanding of the digital industry. You will explore areas including business context, data, digital environments, security, testing and the legislation that affects digital organisations. You will also learn about workplace culture, diversity and inclusion and the tools used by professionals within the industry.

As part of your occupational specialism, you will develop practical software development skills. You will learn how to analyse problems and identify user requirements before designing, implementing and testing software solutions. You will also explore how software is changed, maintained and supported throughout its lifecycle.

You will develop your ability to work collaboratively, evaluate reliable sources of information and apply your knowledge to real-world situations. You will also consider the ethical, legal and regulatory requirements involved in developing software and learn how to identify and manage potential risks.

Assessment includes externally set tests and projects developed with employers, giving you the opportunity to demonstrate both your knowledge and practical abilities.

By the end of the programme, you will have developed the technical knowledge, practical experience and professional skills needed to progress to highly skilled employment, an Apprenticeship or higher-level study, including university.

This T Level programme has been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses to give you the knowledge, practical skills and experience needed for a career in the digital industry. You will develop an understanding of how the industry operates while building the technical skills needed to design, develop and support software solutions.Topics include: Business context Digital culture and environments Data and digital analysis Security Software design and development Software testing Maintaining and supporting software Digital tools and technologies Legislation and regulatory requirements Diversity and inclusion Problem-solving and user requirements Collaborative working Ethical principles and risk management The core component will give you a broad understanding of the digital industry. You will explore areas including business context, data, digital environments, security, testing and the legislation that affects digital organisations. You will also learn about workplace culture, diversity and inclusion and the tools used by professionals within the industry.As part of your occupational specialism, you will develop practical software development skills. You will learn how to analyse problems and identify user requirements before designing, implementing and testing software solutions. You will also explore how software is changed, maintained and supported throughout its lifecycle.You will develop your ability to work collaboratively, evaluate reliable sources of information and apply your knowledge to real-world situations. You will also consider the ethical, legal and regulatory requirements involved in developing software and learn how to identify and manage potential risks.Assessment includes externally set tests and projects developed with employers, giving you the opportunity to demonstrate both your knowledge and practical abilities.By the end of the programme, you will have developed the technical knowledge, practical experience and professional skills needed to progress to highly skilled employment, an Apprenticeship or higher-level study, including university.
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FUNDING FOR ADULT COURSES

If you are aged 19+ we can help you upskill and invest in your future with one of our adult courses.

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

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