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Digital Support and Security T Level
Level 3
Cheltenham
Forest of Dean
Gloucester
Course Overview
Full Time
Certificate
Certificate
Are you intrigued by the world of digital crime and cyber security? This course is designed for those who want to dive deep into the complexities of digital forensics, cyber threats, and network security. You’ll learn all about data crime, virus attacks, cryptography, cryptanalysis and cyber security.
By the end of the course, you'll be equipped to detect, prevent, and investigate cyber-crimes, ready for a career or university-level courses in this high demand field.
What you will learn
You will develop an understanding of the legal and regulatory frameworks that shape the digital industry and explore how cyber security aligns with organisational objectives and strategic priorities, as well as keeping up to date with the latest technological trends and innovations.
You will gain a comprehensive understanding of key areas within digital support and cyber security, equipping you with the skills employers are looking for in today’s fast-moving digital world.
Throughout the course, you will develop strong critical thinking and analytical skills, enabling you to tackle complex digital security challenges with confidence. You will also master the fundamentals of digital support, including troubleshooting techniques and effective user assistance, giving you the practical expertise to make a real impact in the workplace.
With a work placement of at least 45 days, you’ll work on live projects in a workplace and see how the security and support side of business really works.
You’ll get a unique opportunity to work on live projects tailored to your chosen career path and learn the in-demand and up-to-date skills for a successful career in the cyber security industry.
Highlights
You can look forward to:
- Built-in work placements with our employer partners
- Events with key employers such as Cyber First, Hub 8 and CyNam.
- Industry insight days with companies like North Tower, Lockheed Martin, North Green Security, Qinetiq and BAE
- A practical environment where you’ll put theory into practice
- Cyber labs and up-to-date systems and software
- Dedicated network which you can investigate and explore without restriction
- Problem Solving
- Introduction to Digital Business Support
- Data
- Business Context
- Legislation and Regulatory Requirements
- Emerging Issues
- Digital Environments
- Security
Assessment
This course is assessed through a combination of:
- Core Examinations: Knowledge, skills and understanding that go across the specification
- Employer Set Project: Apply core knowledge and skills in a piece of work set by your placement employer
- English, maths and digital skills
- Occupational specialism: Digital production, design and development
Anything else?
- As well as learning the theory, you’ll have a 315-hour industry placement that is related to the digital sector
- The course includes an occupational specialism component, where you can focus on up-to-date industry knowledge and skills that are highly valued by employers and those in the digital industry
- You’ll study core maths, and gain an AS Maths qualification alongside the T Level
- You’ll also develop transferable soft skills and critical work skills? that prepare you for your next steps
- You’ll learn essential skills to work in software development, web development, application development, mobile applications, games development and more!
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Typical Entry Criteria
- Five GCSE subjects at Grade 4 and above including:
- GCSE Math at Grade 4 and above
- Four other GCSE subjects at Grade 4 and above preferably to include English or English Literature
Age Criteria: Under 19
Gloucestershire College welcome any other/combinations of relevant qualifications that are comparable and/or equivalent to the typical course entry requirements.
Applicants that do not have recognised qualifications may still meet course entry requirements through alternative methods of assessment at the College’s discretion.
All queries regarding course entry criteria including the equivalency of qualifications and exceptional extenuating circumstances should be directed by email to the Admissions Department through applications@gloscol.ac.uk.
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Upon completion you may want to progress on to our HNC in computing, HND in Forensics and cyber security, Level 6 Degree in Information technology (MSC) or a level 6 apprenticeship in Cyber Security
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There is little left in our modern lives that isn’t affected by computers and technology. You’ll find computing at the centre of almost all businesses and, as a result, employment opportunities within the sector are huge.
We offer a range of qualifications that support a variety of interesting careers, from games and apps development, through to forensic computing and cyber security. Our industry-experienced lecturers will give you the knowledge and skills you need to develop your own computing competency, in an area that interests you.
A computing course is an ideal route to employment, or to progress on to higher-level qualifications at GC or university. You’ll have access to state-of-the-art equipment and software, including a dedicated network for computing students, so that you can get familiar with the latest technology and prepare for the systems you’ll use in the business world.
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