T Level Foundation Programme: Digital

The Foundation T Level is a 16-19 study programme designed to develop the chosen sector's skills, experience, knowledge and behaviours to support progression.

You can expect to:

• Gain an accredited Level 2 qualification
• Learn technical knowledge and practical skills
• Gain relevant industry work experience
• Develop industry-relevant English and maths skills, as well as digital skills
• Continue working towards achieving a GSCE grade 4 in English and/or maths if you do not already have this
• Receive focused individual support and growth in personal development.

Developed with leading employers, schools and colleges who have provided their unique understanding of the knowledge, skills, and behaviours that industry employers look for in future employees. The T Level Foundation Course is designed to give you the skills and knowledge required to join the T Level in T Level in Digital, Production, Design, and Development. It provides you with skills valued by employers. This programme is not just an academic course. You will be 'hands-on' with computer hardware and digital development. This course is suitable for anyone wanting a career in the digital industry.

To study a T Level foundation programme, you will need a minimum of four GCSEs at Grade 3 including English or Maths at Grade 4 (or Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths) OR Aspiring Professional or relevant Level 1 qualification and English or Maths at Grade 4 or above (or Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths). Applicants should be ready to complete a work placement.

This study programme includes:

The T Level transitional course:
• Maths
• Employability skills and work experience.

The course is made up of seven units:
Three core/mandatory units, two of which are externally assessed with an online examination:
• The online world
• Technology systems
• Digital portfolio.

Other units of study include:
• Hardware installation and upgrading
• Software installation and upgrading
• Computer network
• Website

Two units are externally assessed by an online examination and the rest of the units are assessed by a series of assignments. Each unit will be graded as Pass, Merit or Distinction and the overall grade achieved at the end of the qualification will be determined by the individual unit grades. Students are required to complete and pass all components to achieve their qualification.

You can apply online via the APPLY NOW button and then add an additional two or three subjects to make up your academic programme. You can also apply for a second, alternative vocational programme of study via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Open Evenings, ring Admissions on 01743 260401 or email admissions@scg.ac.uk