Entry Level 3 Digital and Games

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This course is a great starting point if you’re curious about how technology shapes the modern world.

You’ll build practical digital skills and use creative tools that will help you in work, study or everyday life.

You’ll:

  • Use industry-standard digital tools to complete creative projects
  • Learn to create and edit digital content
  • Build your communication and teamwork skills
  • Find out how to stay safe online
  • Apply your new skills to solve real-world problems
  • You’ll also discover how digital technology connects to different careers and industries.

Assessment

You’ll complete coursework that helps you show what you’ve learned in practical, hands-on ways.

Your projects will include:

  • Word processing
  • Design and imaging
  • E-Safety
  • Digital Skills for Everyday Life
  • Preparing for Work
  • Communication Skills

Our teachers are friendly, supportive and passionate about helping you succeed.

They’ll share their industry experience with you and help you build the skills and confidence you need for the next step.

We work closely with local employers so that what you learn is useful and up to date.

You could get the chance to work on projects with:

  • Primary Coding League
  • Proto
  • INFINITY27
  • GameJam
  • Age UK

Whatever support you need, we’ll make sure you get it.

Our specialist teams can help with:

  • Learning difficulties or disabilities
  • Dyslexia, dyspraxia and other neurodiverse conditions
  • Mental health and wellbeing
  • Exam access and study support
  • Finance, bursary and money management
  • Careers advice and progression

To find out more, visit one of our Enrolment Events or call 0191 490 4627.

You’ll be invited to an informal interview where you’ll meet the teaching team.

This is your chance to talk about your interests and find out if this course is the right fit for you.

When you finish this course, you can move on to a Level 1 Digital Technology course or start work in an entry-level digital role.

You’ll have real skills and experience to help you take that next step.

You don’t need any formal qualifications.

We just ask that you bring enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.

You’ll also study Maths and English alongside your main course.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH A QUALIFICATION IN ENTRY LEVEL 3 DIGITAL AND GAMES?

  • IT User Support Technicians
  • IT Operations Technicians
  • Graphic and Multimedia Designers

Knowledge

Computers and Electronics: Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Customer and Personal Service: Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Clerical: Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

English Language: Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Telecommunications: Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.

Median Salary
£27,667

Average Qualifications
Level 3 NVQ; A Levels

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Knowledge

Computers and Electronics: Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Telecommunications: Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.

Clerical: Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

Administration and Management: Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modelling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

English Language: Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Median Salary
£32,460

Average Qualifications
Level 3 NVQ; A Levels

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Knowledge

Design: Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Fine Arts: Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.

Communications and Media: Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.

Computers and Electronics: Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Sales and Marketing: Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.

Median Salary
£25,946

Average Qualifications
Honours, Bachelor's degree

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Pathways

Media, Publishing and Information Services
People in these occupations produce, publish, and release media and provide library, archive, curation, and information services.

Skills

Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Learning Strategies
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
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Skills

Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Learning Strategies
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
View More About This Career

Skills

Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Learning Strategies
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
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