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


  • Start Date: 01/09/2026
  • 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 and 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.

Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college.

We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.

Our specialist teams can help with:

  • Learning difficulties
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5 GCSEs at grades 5 – 9 including English and maths

WHAT CAN I DO WITH A QUALIFICATION IN T LEVEL IN DIGITAL DATA ANALYTICS (AI & MACHINE LEARNING)?

  • Data Analysts
  • IT Quality and Testing Professionals
  • IT Business Analysts, Architects and Systems Designers

Knowledge

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.

Mathematics: Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Economics and Accounting: Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.

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

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
£38,225

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.

Engineering and Technology: Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Mathematics: Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

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

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
£42,876

Average Qualifications
Honours, Bachelor's degree

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Knowledge

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.

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

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

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
£49,429

Average Qualifications
Honours, Bachelor's degree

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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.
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
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.
Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Skills

Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
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.
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems.
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.
Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Skills

Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
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.
Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
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