T Level in Digital Data Analytics (AI & Machine Learning)


  • Start Date: 07/09/2026
  • Course is for: School Leaver
  • Course Length: 2 Years
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Are you curious about how data drives innovation and shapes the world around us? From predicting trends to solving complex problems, data analytics is at the heart of digital transformation.

The T Level in Digital Data Analytics equips you with the technical, analytical, and communication skills you need to turn raw information into powerful insights.

Why Choose This Course

  • Employer-Led Curriculum: Learn how to collect, clean, analyse, and visualise data using the latest industry tools, shaped by employers and digital professionals.
  • Real-World Experience: Complete a 315-hour industry placement with a local employer to apply your skills in real business environments.
  • AI-Aware Foundations: Discover how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) underpin predictive analytics and modern data-driven decision-making, giving you early insight into how algorithms identify patterns and trends.
  • Career-Ready Pathways: This T Level aligns with the Level 3 Data Technician Apprenticeship, preparing you for roles such as:
    • Data Analyst Technician
    • Business Intelligence Assistant
    • Junior Data Scientist
    • Marketing Analyst

What You’ll Learn

  • Core principles of data analytics and problem-solving
  • Data wrangling, cleansing, SQL, and Excel
  • Data visualisation, predictive modelling, and statistical analysis
  • Legal and ethical data handling
  • Communicating insights to technical and non-technical audiences

Our programme blends technical learning with hands-on experience, specifically designed for roles such as a Data Technician. You’ll engage in a mix of theory, technical concepts, and principles, alongside practical on-the-job experience during your industry placement. This prepares you with the skills employers are actively seeking and helps you stand out in the job market.

You’ll study a range of concepts and digital skills needed in business environments, learning how data is gathered, manipulated, and analysed. The course will also enhance your computational thinking skills, introduce you to a variety of digital systems, and explore legislation relevant to data security.

Your Next Step

After completing the T Level, continue your journey in AI and data with a higher apprenticeship or a University-level course such as our Level 4 HNC in Digital Technologies (AI Solutions and Applications). This is the ideal next step to specialise in intelligent systems, automation, and advanced analytics.

Assessment

The core content is assessed through an examination and a practical employer-set project.

The occupational specialism is assessed through a project that is created in conjunction with digital employers.

You could progress into roles such as a Data Technician Apprentice earning up to £15,000 per year or a Data Analyst with potential earnings up to £62,138 – www.efinancialcareers.co.uk.

You could further your studies with a BTEC HND or move on to universities including:

  • Newcastle University – BEng and MEng in Software Engineering, focusing on programming and software development.
  • Northumbria University – BSc (Hons) in Computer Science with Software Engineering, emphasising practical software skills.
  • University of Sunderland – BSc (Hons) in Computing (Software Engineering), covering programming, databases, and software development.

Alternatively, apprenticeships include:

  • Level 3 Software Development Technician – Covers programming, software development, testing, and deployment.
  • Level 4 Software Developer – Advanced programming, software design, testing, and deployment.
  • Level 4 Software Tester – Test planning, execution, defect management, and automation.
  • Level 6 Digital and Technology Solutions Professional (Software Engineering) – Software development, project management, and leadership.

Completing a T Level in Digital Data Analytics also opens pathways to AI and data-focused higher apprenticeships or university courses such as a Level 4 HNC in Digital Technologies (AI Solutions and Applications).

As the course is a T Level, you’ll undertake an industry placement of at least 45 day putting into practice what you’ve learnt in the classroom.

Our Digital Technology curriculum is reviewed by a range of employers to ensure that you will develop the skills required to work in the industry.

These include:

  • Proto
  • Sunderland Software City
  • Hedgehog Lab
  • Enigma Interactive
  • DevAcademy
  • Tombola
  • Geek Talent.

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