Digital Support – Cyber Security T Level
T-Levels are technical qualifications – designed with industry leaders and is equivalent to 3 A-Levels. We are continuously working closely with cutting edge businesses and industry such as SCAN UK to update our curriculum for the needs of national and Greater Manchester area.
The digital sector contributes nearly 拢151 billion to the economy, and is flourishing increasing year by year.
The two year programme aims give you the practical and technical skills to build an exciting and rewarding career in the digital sector!
The digital sector contributes nearly 拢151 billion to the economy, and is flourishing increasing year by year.
The two year programme aims give you the practical and technical skills to build an exciting and rewarding career in the digital sector!
Course Information
Course Type:
16-18
Study Mode:
Full Time
Qualification:
T Level
Location:
Deane Road Campus
Course Code:
CP124-YPT3-Z
Course Length:
Start Date:
September 2026
Subject Area:
ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
Overview
T-Levels are technical qualifications - designed with industry leaders and is equivalent to 3 A-Levels. We are continuously working closely with cutting edge businesses and industry such as SCAN UK to update our curriculum for the needs of national and Greater Manchester area.
The digital sector contributes nearly 拢151 billion to the economy, and is flourishing increasing year by year.
The two year programme aims give you the practical and technical skills to build an exciting and rewarding career in the digital sector!
The digital sector contributes nearly 拢151 billion to the economy, and is flourishing increasing year by year.
The two year programme aims give you the practical and technical skills to build an exciting and rewarding career in the digital sector!
What You'll Learn
You鈥檒l develop an understanding of a broad range of issues relevant to the sector, including:
- Business context and environment
- Culture (ethical and moral)
- Data
- Digital analysis
- Digital environment
- Diversity and inclusion
- Learning
- Legislation
- Planning
- Security
- Testing
- Tools
Occupational Specialism: Cyber Security
鈥� Performance outcome 1: Apply procedures and controls to maintain the digital security of an organisation and its data
鈥� Performance outcome 2: Propose remediation advice for a security risk assessment
鈥� Performance outcome 3: Discover, evaluate and apply reliable sources of knowledge
- Business context and environment
- Culture (ethical and moral)
- Data
- Digital analysis
- Digital environment
- Diversity and inclusion
- Learning
- Legislation
- Planning
- Security
- Testing
- Tools
Occupational Specialism: Cyber Security
鈥� Performance outcome 1: Apply procedures and controls to maintain the digital security of an organisation and its data
鈥� Performance outcome 2: Propose remediation advice for a security risk assessment
鈥� Performance outcome 3: Discover, evaluate and apply reliable sources of knowledge
How Will I Be Assessed?
Year 1:
Core Component Assessments
Core paper 1 鈥� 2hours
Core paper 2 鈥� 2 hours 30 minutes
Employer Set Project 鈥� Made up of four tasks linked to python programming, before you start will be provided time to complete research and prepare. The tasks will then be worked through under exam conditions. (May/ June exam)
Year 2:
There is opportunity to re-sit the core component assessments in November if required.
In Year two, this is where you get the opportunity to specialise in an area of your interest.
Occupational Specialist Component Assessment will focused on CyberSecurity
Core Component Assessments
Core paper 1 鈥� 2hours
Core paper 2 鈥� 2 hours 30 minutes
Employer Set Project 鈥� Made up of four tasks linked to python programming, before you start will be provided time to complete research and prepare. The tasks will then be worked through under exam conditions. (May/ June exam)
Year 2:
There is opportunity to re-sit the core component assessments in November if required.
In Year two, this is where you get the opportunity to specialise in an area of your interest.
Occupational Specialist Component Assessment will focused on CyberSecurity
Entry Requirements
- A minimum of 5 GCSEs, graded 9-4, including English and Maths
- Relevant Computer Science/IT qualification at Level 2
Future Opportunities
The sole purpose of a T Level is to prepare you for employment and a dynamic career. Due to the broad range of topics covered on the Digital Support Services T Level, you鈥檒l be equipped for a career in a variety of settings. You could work as a:
Network Engineer
Cloud Engineer
Network Security Analyst
Cyber Security Consultant
IT Support Engineer
As the T Level is equivalent to three A Levels, you could even decide to progress to university or a paid Apprenticeship, if you choose.
Network Engineer
Cloud Engineer
Network Security Analyst
Cyber Security Consultant
IT Support Engineer
As the T Level is equivalent to three A Levels, you could even decide to progress to university or a paid Apprenticeship, if you choose.
Who Can I Speak To?
Curriculum Lead: Rachel.Upsall@boltoncc.ac.uk
How to Apply?
Click the 鈥楢pply鈥� button on this page.
You鈥檒l be asked to set up a Learner Hub account so that you can track your application.
If you have any difficulties setting up your Learner Hub account, please email admissions@boltoncc.ac.uk
You鈥檒l be asked to set up a Learner Hub account so that you can track your application.
If you have any difficulties setting up your Learner Hub account, please email admissions@boltoncc.ac.uk
Open Events
Open Events are your chance to experience 91传媒 first-hand.
Register for one of the events below to chat to tutors, explore our facilities, and find out more about our amazing courses.
Visit boltoncollege.ac.uk/events to find an event and register.
Register for one of the events below to chat to tutors, explore our facilities, and find out more about our amazing courses.
- Wednesday 15th October 2025, 5pm-7pm
- Tuesday 18th November 2025, 5pm-7pm
- Monday 15th December 2025, 5pm-7pm
- Wednesday 9th February 2026, 5pm-7pm
- Thursday 12th March 2026, 5pm-7pm
- Tuesday 12th May 2026, 5pm-7pm
- Thursday 18th June 2026, 5pm-7pm
- Walk In Day, Thursday 2nd July 2026, 9am-4pm
Visit boltoncollege.ac.uk/events to find an event and register.
Supporting Your Learning
We have a range of dedicated support and wellbeing services including FREE travel; FREE breakfast; dedicated Learning Development Mentors (LDMs); impartial advice and guidance; dedicated one-to-one support for learners with additional needs; and support with the cost of College, plus much more.
Enrichment
Sitting a job interview, writing a personal statement, applying for university - taking part in our enrichment programme will give you a CV to wow in all of these situations! You鈥檒l benefit from departmental and cross-college enrichment with:
As well as giving you essential professional and technical skills, you鈥檒l demonstrate that you鈥檙e a successful and well-rounded person, helping you to make a lasting impression.
We want you to have fun, so we also have plenty of leisure and sporting activities for you to enjoy, improving your health and wellbeing
- Inspiring trips and experiences
- Meetings with industry experts
- Visits to leading companies in your sector
As well as giving you essential professional and technical skills, you鈥檒l demonstrate that you鈥檙e a successful and well-rounded person, helping you to make a lasting impression.
We want you to have fun, so we also have plenty of leisure and sporting activities for you to enjoy, improving your health and wellbeing
Why Choose Us?
We鈥檙e an elite College, and part of the University of Bolton Group, offering you a gateway to all of Greater Manchester鈥檚 vast range of fantastic opportunities for specialist careers, university degree courses and higher Apprenticeships.
We鈥檒l reward your achievements with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre and the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Our 拢75 million campus offers a refurbished fitness suite and sports hall; Apple Mac suites; libraries, a lecture theatre; hair and beauty salon; and a restaurant, caf茅 and canteen.
You鈥檒l also enjoy a wide range of events, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.
We鈥檒l reward your achievements with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre and the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Our 拢75 million campus offers a refurbished fitness suite and sports hall; Apple Mac suites; libraries, a lecture theatre; hair and beauty salon; and a restaurant, caf茅 and canteen.
You鈥檒l also enjoy a wide range of events, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.
English and maths classes - for adults and young people who want that grade or confidence boost.
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