Developer Pathway

Get the industry-specific knowledge and skills required to create interactive digital products through our Digital Software Development T Level, keeping you ahead in the fast-paced digital industry.

Apply for September 2026

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Entry Requirements:
Grade 6 or above in Computing and Grade 5 or above in Maths and English Language

Digital Software Development (T Level)

Get the industry-specific knowledge and skills required to create interactive digital products and keep you ahead in the fast-paced digital industry.

Typical future careers

Software Developer

Design and build the core computer programs that run everything from global banks to your favorite apps, turning complex requirements into functional code.

Digital Games Developer

Turn creative concepts into playable realities by coding the physics, mechanics, and logic that allow players to interact with virtual worlds.

Web Developer

Build and maintain the websites the world uses daily, ensuring they are fast, secure, and work perfectly across both desktop and mobile browsers.

Mobile Application Developer

Create high-performance apps designed specifically for smartphones and tablets, focusing on smooth touch-interfaces and mobile-first features.

Application Support Analyst

Diagnose software glitches and optimizes live apps to keep them running smoothly for the people using them.

Cyber Security Analyst

Monitor networks for threats and “patching” technical vulnerabilities to keep sensitive data safe from hackers.

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Blog22 October 2026

Sharon John | Same Interview | One Year Later

Our Year 12 students have officially wrapped up their first year at Ada! Here’s what’s changed for Sharon, a student studying T Levels, since her very first interview 10 months ago.

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News20 October 2026

Celebrating 10 years!

The last 2 weeks, we brought together students, apprentices, alumni, employer partners, donors, and friends across Manchester and London to celebrate Ada’s 10th anniversary. The evenings were packed with non-stop celebrations, fantastic on-stage moments, including an interview with representatives from our current learners and alumni network. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, we raised over £100,000 to keep supporting our mission!

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Blog25 September 2026

Rejoice Chitou | Same Interview | One Year Later

Our Year 12 students have officially wrapped up their first year at Ada! Here’s what’s changed for Rejoice, T-level Digital Software Development student, since his very first interview a year ago.

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