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Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Apprenticeship
Level 6
Cheltenham
Course Overview
Part Time
Certificate
Certificate
A Digital & Technology Solutions Professional provides technology enabled solutions to internal and/or external customers, in a range of areas including software, business and systems analysis, cyber security, data analysis and network infrastructure. They implement technology solutions that enable businesses to develop new products and services and to increase an organisations productivity using digital technologies. They are confident, competent and capable independent Technology Solutions Professionals able to operate in a range of related roles. The occupation is based upon a core set of outcomes that will be supplemented by the Software Engineer specialism area.
The apprenticeship will cover the following core areas:
- Information Systems
- Systems Development
- Data Management
- Business Organisation
- IT Project Management
- Computer and Network Infrastructure
- Software Engineer (Specialism)
Ideal for:
• Software Developer
Delivery model and duration:
Workplace assessment and college block delivery.
Duration: 42 months plus 6 months for End Point Assessment
Please note - whilst you can apply for this course anytime it only begins in September each year.
Benefits to business:
• Develop the skills your business needs
• Get qualified and motivated staff
• Future proof your business
• Professional qualifications for your staff
Benefits for learners:
• Achieve an honours degree from UWE Bristol
• Develop skills that will increase your career potential
• Get support from industry experienced staff
End Point Assessment
The final assessments consist of a project and presentation:
• The work based project takes place near the end of the apprenticeship. It is a substantial piece of work typically lasting 6 months and covers the skills, knowledge and behaviours defined in the standard.
• The presentation covers the project problem domain, approach, outcomes and the skills, knowledge and behaviours demonstrated. Both elements and assessed in partnership by employer and university
| Year | Overview |
| Year 1 | • Fundamentals of Software Development • Computer Networks & Protocols • Business Security • Database Development • Professional Practice I • Intro to Project Management
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| Year 2 | • WebApp Development • Object Oriented Software Design and Development • Professional Practice II (SUMMER) • Project Change Control & Quality Management • Internet of Things |
| Year 3 | • Cloud Computing Platforms |
| Year 4 | • Degree Apprenticeship Synoptic Project (EPA only) |
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3 A Level’s including Maths or other relevant qualifications or experience
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Completers may want to progress to Digital and Technology Solutions Specialist Integrated Degree Level 7
Shortlist and Apply
If you would like to apply for this course, please add it to your shortlist. You may then add further courses to your shortlist or continue to complete your application.
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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