V Level in Digital Systems & Data

The V Level in Digital Systems and Data is a new Level 3 vocational qualification, designed for students who are interested in technology, problem-solving and using digital tools to improve the way people and organisations work. This course develops knowledge and skills in digital systems, data, cyber security and digital solutions.

This V Level is equivalent in size to an A Level, and can be combined with 2 other A Levels or V Levels

• Digital systems, hardware and software

• Data collection, analysis and interpretation

• Data visualisation and reporting

• Cyber security awareness and risk management

• Digital problem-solving and solution design

• System configuration, testing and maintenance

• Emerging technologies and artificial intelligence (AI)

• Professional and responsible use of digital technologies

Delivery

• Classroom-based teaching and workshops

• Practical technology and data activities

• Project-based learning

• Real-world case studies

• Individual and group projects

• Investigation and research tasks

• Industry-focused scenarios and problem-solving exercise

Assessment

• External Examined Assessments

• Applied projects and assignments

• Practical digital tasks

• Case study investigations

• Technical reports

• Presentations

• Data analysis activities

• Solution design and evaluation tasks

5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 including English Language or Mathematics

Higher Education

• Computing

• Information Technology

• Data Science

• Cyber Security

• Computer Science

• Software Engineering

• Digital Technologies

Apprenticeships

• Data Technician

• Digital Support Technician

• IT Solutions Technician

• Cyber Security Technician

• Software Development Technician

• Network Engineer

Career Pathways

• Data Analyst

• IT Support Technician

• Cyber Security Analyst

• Network Technician

• Software Developer

• Systems Administrator

• Digital Solutions Technician

• Database Administrator

• Digital Technology Consultant