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What can I do with my A levels?

What can I do with Maths and Computer Science?

Maths and Computer Science lead into software, data and cyber security, where degree apprenticeships are a well-established alternative to university.

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Jobs this combination leads to

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Paid routes: apprenticeships to look for

  • Software developer (Level 4)
  • Digital and technology solutions professional (Level 6 degree apprenticeship)
  • Cyber security technical professional (Level 6 degree apprenticeship)

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Study routes

  • T Level in Digital Production, Design and Development
  • Degrees in computer science, data science or maths

Tip: A small project you can show someone, like an app, a website or a data analysis, counts for a lot in tech applications.

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