TechnologisT: FAQs
What qualifications do I need to study these courses?
The entry requirements depend on the type of qualification you choose:
- A-Level Computer Science:
- An average GCSE grade of 5 overall.
- A grade 6 in Computer Science or Maths.
- T-Level (Digital):
- An average GCSE grade of 5 overall.
- AAQ (Alternative Academic Qualification):
- An average GCSE grade of 5 overall.
What are common destinations after studying these courses?
Students who complete these technology courses often progress to:
- University (undergraduate degrees).
- Degree Apprenticeships.
- Direct Employment in the technology sector.
What are common combinations of study with A-Level Computer Science?
A-Level Computer Science is an excellent academic subject that can be combined in two main ways:
- Academic Support: It strongly supports subjects like Maths, Engineering, and Physics.
- Pure Tech Pathway: For students wishing to focus purely on technology, it can be combined with:
- An AAQ in Computing: Application Development.
- An AAQ in Cybersecurity and Networks.
What additional opportunities are available?
We offer several opportunities to enhance your learning and career prospects:
- Industry Links: Strong connections with companies that support degree apprenticeships.
- AWS (Amazon Web Services): Opportunities or programmes related to AWS.
- External Engagement: Guest speakers from the industry and relevant trips.
What exam boards are studied?
The qualifications are delivered by different awarding bodies:
- A-Level Computer Science: OCR
- AAQs (Alternative Academic Qualifications): OCR
- T-Level (Digital): Pearson
Our Technologist Pathway is designed to offer students the perfect blend of skills and experiences in one of the fastest growing employment industries. Liverpool has a strong economic foundation in the digital sector, providing a wide range of opportunities for students to progress into employment or further education.
This pathway is for students who want to build a career in software engineering, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, big data analytics, or any other related technical digital career. If you want to become a creator of technology and use your strong foundations in mathematics and computer science to fuel innovative projects, then this could be the pathway for you.
Suitable Subjects
- A-Level Computer Science
- Cam Tech ICT development
- T-level Digital Products
- A-Level Mathematics
- A-Level Further Mathematics
- A-Level Physics
- A-Level Economics
- A-level Business Studies
- Cam Tech Engineering
- A-Level Psychology
- EPQ Cyber Security
Enrichment opportunities:
- TEALs
- Bletchley Park
- MIT
- Jaguar Land Rover
- Amazon Cloud Foundation
- University of Lancashire
University Courses and Apprenticeships
University Courses
- Computer Science (BSc, MSc, PhD)
- Software Engineering (BEng, MEng, MSc)
- Artificial Intelligence (BSc, MSc, PhD)
- Cybersecurity (BSc, MSc, PhD)
- Data Science & Big Data Analytics (BSc, MSc, PhD)
- Mathematics & Computer Science (BSc, MMath, MSc)
- Machine Learning & AI (BSc, MSc, PhD)
- Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity (BSc, MSc)
- Information Technology (BSc, MSc)
- Business & IT (BSc, MSc)
- Computer Networks & Security (BSc, MSc)
- Game Development & Design (BSc, MSc)
- Web Development & UX/UI Design (BSc, MSc)
- Electronic & Computer Engineering (BEng, MEng)
- Robotics & Automation (BEng, MEng, MSc)
Apprenticeships
- Software Developer Apprenticeships
- Cybersecurity Analyst Apprenticeships
- AI & Machine Learning Apprenticeships
- Data Analyst Apprenticeships
- IT Support & Network Engineer Apprenticeships
- Web & Game Development Apprenticeships
- Cloud Computing & DevOps Apprenticeships
Careers
- Software Developer
- Data Farmer
- Big Data Analyst
- App Developer/Programmer
- Web/Games Developer
- Systems analyst
- Systems Architect
- Network Engineer
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Machine Learning Engineer
Partners
- TEALs
- Bletchley Park
- MIT
- Jaguar Land Rover
- Amazon
- University of Lancashire