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The BSc (Hons) Digital and Technology Solutions (DTS) degree apprenticeship marries modern university education with leading Microsoft Azure certifications to empower professionals to meet ever-growing demand for digital capabilities. As the UK's largest Microsoft learning partner, recognised as a Microsoft Solutions Partner for Microsoft Cloud, we offer unique access to industry-leading certifications.

BSc (Hons) DTS is delivered via Digital by Design, our unique approach to blended learning which combines tech, content and support to create a superior learner experience that brings ‘training’ up to date for the digital age.This programme is delivered in partnership by QA and Northumbria University with the degree awarded by Northumbria University.

Learning Objectives

This Professional Degree Apprenticeship is designed to produce future Digital and Technology Solutions Professionals and Leaders.

It has been awarded the Tech Industry Gold Accreditation by TechSkills, an organisation that brings together employers and universities to create highly skilled digital graduates.

The Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Degree Apprenticeship blends online learning, face-to-face workshops and on-the-job experience to transform learners into highly skilled tech professionals. The Degree Apprenticeship is available in four specialisms:

Network Engineer
Software Engineer
IT Consultant
Data Analyst
This programme develops core technical skills, knowledge and behaviours for the development of innovative digital solutions.

Further specialism modules offer opportunities to develop technical areas of relevance to the learners’ roles.

Who it’s a good fit for?

New staff focussing on a plan to pursue a career associated with the technical department of the business
Existing staff wishing to expand their skills and career together with gaining academic skills and qualifications while studying to degree level
Existing staff that would benefit from a comprehensive personal development plan to advance their skills to a higher level
As part of their programme learners will complete:

Fourteen learning knowledge modules teaching theory and practical application. These are primarily taught online and are supported by classroom training workshops. Five modules are taught at level 4, five at level 5 and four at level 6
Work-based portfolios & projects will be completed at work, over the course of the programme to demonstrate practical abilities.
Microsoft Azure Certification
As part of the professional practice, learners will be able to access Cloud Academy resources which will prepare them for taking official Microsoft certifications.

An example route of this, for Data Analysts, would be for learners to complete the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals course (AZ-900) in Level 4 and then the Microsoft Data Engineering on Microsoft Azure (DP-203) at level 5. Completion of both these exams would result in the learners completing the Microsoft learning journey of Microsoft Certified Azure Data Engineer Associate.

At Level 6 there will be additional Microsoft preparation content available if the learner and employer feel that there is a specific need.

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For apprentices aged 16-21 the training costs are fully funded by the government. For apprentices aged over 21, there is a 5% co-investment which would be paid by the employer. Alternatively, the training costs can be covered by utilising the Apprenticeship Levy Fund.

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A Level 3 qualification in a relevant area in any grade. Acceptable qualifications include:

Two A levels in one or more similar subject.*
Level 3 apprenticeship in a similar subject.
International Baccalaureate at Level 3 in a similar subject.
BTEC Extended Diploma in a similar subject.
A work experience route (2-3 years) in a similar subject-related role.
*'Similar subject' relates to areas directly relevant to or commensurate with 'Digital and Technology Solutions'. Typically this would be areas such as but not limited to Level 3 digital apprenticeships, A-Level/BTEC Computer Science, Information Technology, Networking, Software Engineering, etc.

Please note: Learners must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship in a similar subject.

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