As part of T Levels Week (13–17 October), West Thames College is celebrating the exciting opportunities offered through its T Level in Digital Production, Design and Development — a qualification that blends technical expertise, creativity, and real-world industry experience to prepare students for the fast-growing digital sector.
Why Choose the Digital Production, Design & Development T Level?
This two-year programme is designed for students who are passionate about technology, coding, and creative problem-solving. It provides a powerful combination of classroom learning and substantial industry placement, giving students a genuine taste of what it’s like to work in digital and software development roles.
From coding and cybersecurity to software design, project management, and digital innovation, students gain the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to thrive in a range of digital careers — whether they aim to become software developers, UX designers, or IT project managers.
Real-World Learning, Real-World Results
The T Level’s unique structure ensures that students don’t just learn theory — they apply it. Through practical projects, learners develop fully functional websites, design automation systems, and even build servers, turning classroom knowledge into professional capability.
Industry placements are at the heart of the qualification, giving students the chance to work with real employers, contribute to live projects, and gain invaluable hands-on experience that sets them apart in the job market.
Katarina’s Story: From Classroom to Career Confidence
Katarina’s journey into digital production, design, and software development shows how transformative a T Level can be. Starting her studies at West Thames College with Level 1 ESOL and ICT, she progressed to the T Level Digital Production course, drawn by its balance of technical depth and practical experience.
Through hands-on projects — from building servers to creating dynamic websites — she mastered key skills in coding, cybersecurity, and project management. Her work placements gave her the opportunity to apply what she’d learned to real-world challenges, contributing to web and automation development projects and building an impressive professional portfolio.
“T Levels give you both the knowledge and the confidence to step straight into your career,” says Katarina.
Her advice for future students: “Stay committed and embrace the challenge — the rewards are worth it.”
Feysal’s Story: Building a Future in Digital Innovation
For Feysal, also studying the T Level in Digital Production, Design and Development, the course has been a perfect platform to explore his passion for technology and creativity. Blending theory with practical work has allowed him to develop a solid foundation in software design, problem-solving, and digital innovation.
Looking ahead to his industry placement, Feysal is eager to apply his learning in a professional environment.
“I’m really excited to put my skills into practice during my placement,” he says.
“The T Level has given me the confidence to take on real-world challenges and start building a strong foundation for my future in digital design and development.”
Start Your Journey into the Digital World
If you’re ready to take your first step into a career in digital production, design, or software development, the T Level in Digital Production, Design and Development at West Thames College offers the perfect launchpad. With its combination of cutting-edge learning, practical experience, and direct links to industry, it’s the ideal choice for students who want to turn their digital passion into a rewarding career.
Apply now and become part of the next generation shaping the digital future
