EMPLOYER WEBINARDIGITAL DEGREE APPRENTICESHIPSLEVEL 6 AND LEVEL 7

Welcome to Manchester Metropolitan University

One of the largest, most popular and diverse universities in the UK, with 34,000 students

Ranked as the UK’s greenest university

Contributing to UK Industrial Strategy through ‘Decent Work and Productivity’ and ‘Future Economies’ research centres and apprenticeships

Degree Apprenticeships align closely with our overall University strategy

Proud of our Achievements

What our apprentices are achieving

SuccessOur first cohort (L6) graduated on 18th July 2019: 78% received a 1st class honours 22% received a 2:1

Exceptional retention Digital Marketing 100% Digital & Technology Solutions L7 94% Digital & Technology Solutions L6 92%

Increasing diversity 31% women on Digital & Technology, compared to 19% on

Computer Science degree programmes in the UK*

Roxanne Wright, AstrazenecaRoyal Society of Chemistry

‘Apprentice of the Year’

Jamie Edge, BarclaysUK IT Industry Awards

Nadia Johnson, Thales UKIET Young Engineer of the Year

Nominee & Rising Star Award 2018

Lucy Cheng, United UtilitiesCMI – Apprentice of the Year

Ryan Coram, AstrazenecaNational Apprenticeship Awards

NW – Apprentice of the Year

Jamie Walker, BarclaysTech Partnership Excellence Award

*stemwomen.co.uk, September 2019

Employer Partners

BSc / MSc

Work-based learning

Portfolio

Progress Reviews and

Skills Coaching

End Point Assessment

What is a Degree Apprenticeship?

Aligned to national standards agreed by employers

Designed to increase the flow of skills into the tech industry and produce a digital workforce with specialist skills and knowledge to support a number of digital roles

A fully-integrated degree, involving both academic learning, professional development and work-based competence development and assessment

Latest academic theory and dynamic curriculum

Co-designed, co-delivered, co-assessed and co-evaulated

Apprenticeship Funding

Funding determined by annual payroll

Payroll above £3 million (levy payer)

Levy payments can cover 100% programme cost

Payroll below £3 million (non-levy payer)

Apprenticeship programme 95% funded

Further incentives depend on age (18 or under) or if Education, Health and Care plan is in place

Employers must commit to min £12,000 salary

Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeships

Level 6 & Level 7

MSc & BSc Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship

Tech Partnership Degrees Gold Accredited

Unique cross-faculty working

Level 7 is delivered across two University faculties:o the award-winning Business Schoolo the School of Computing, Mathematics and Digital Technology

Level 6 is delivered across three University faculties:o Business Schoolo School of Computing, Mathematics and Digital Technologyo Department of Languages, Information and Communications

Designed to deliver the apprenticeship standard and meet the QAA Computing Benchmark

Level 7

Qualification: MSc Digital and Technology Solutions and L7 Specialist Apprenticeship

Date: September 2020 to September 2022,EPA – October 2022

Duration: 24 months

Cost: £21,000

Delivery Model: Three days consecutive face-to-face delivery every four weeks, supported with webinars, coaching and directed learning (33 days over the two years)

Specialisms: Software Engineering, IT Strategy, Data Analytics, Cyber Security, IT Project Management

Programme Content

Programme Structure: Core Units

Unit Description

Digital Leadership & Transformation

Develop the strategic thinking and leadership skills of apprentices for managing the strategic contribution of digital technologies to organisational success and transformation

Information SystemsProfessional, ethical and legal issues for IT professionals. Focuses on the interface between information systems and business organisations. Explores the development and management of socio-technical systems

Reflective Practice in Digital Leadership

Development of a portfolio documenting the development of professional skills and behaviours in the workplace that align to the apprenticeship Standard

Synoptic Project(dissertation)

Identify and undertake a large work based project providing an organisational solution to a problem

Professional Development

Programme Structure: Specialist Units

Pathway Units Studied

IT Strategist Data Management, IT Consultancy, Managing Enterprise Systems

Data Analytics Computational Statistics, Data Analytics

Software Engineering Software Engineering Principles and Practices, Software Testing and Maintenance, Cloud Computing, Service Orientated Software Engineering

Cyber Security Introduction to Cyber Security, Advanced Network Security

IT Project Management Environments and Approaches, Methodologies and Techniques

Entry Criteria

Software Engineer & Cyber Security

2:2 or above in a computing related subject, or substantial work experience in a computing or closely related area

Data Analytics

2:2 or above in a STEM or numerate subject, or substantial work experience in a closely related area

IT Project Management & IT Specialist

2:2 or above in any degree discipline, or substantial work experience in a closely related area

Non-Degree EntryApplicants without a degree may be eligible for the course if they have a minimum of five years experience in a relevant industry and will be dealt with on a case by case basis by the course director.

Level 2: Mathematics and EnglishRequired before the completion of the apprenticeship. Apprentices must have a line manager or mentor who will support them through the duration of the apprenticeship.

Level 6

Qualification: BSc Digital & Technology Solutions and L6 Specialist Apprenticeship

Date: September 2020 Duration: 48 months Cost: £25,000

Delivery Model: Day release during the academic year

Specialisms: Software Engineering, IT Consultant, Data Analytics, Cyber Security, Software Engineering (Mainframe)

Format: Nine taught units, including one elective Combination of lab sessions, face to face teaching and tutorials Two project-based units relevant to employer Final Portfolio

Programme Content

Entry requirements:Standard entry requirements – 104 UCAS pts

Unit Description

Introduction to Programming Developing structured problem solutions in Java

Introduction to Business Systems

The role of information systems in organisations, analysing organisational requirements and developing suitable information system solutions.

Introduction to Web Development Building static web pages using HTML, JavaScript and CSS

Computing Fundamentals Databases, SQL, simple networking and security

Technology Management IT Management and professional issues, arising from managing a portfolio system and infrastructure.

Portfolio Assessment Professional portfolio documenting personal development as an IT Professional

Synoptic Project Large work based project relating to Pathway choice combining K.S.B of the Standard

Elective Unit AI, UXD, Developing a Digital Business, Principles of Business Analytics, Data Engineering,Mobile App Dev

Professional Development

Programme Structure: Core Units

Pathway Units

IT Consultant Customer Lifecycle Management, Web Design and Development, Business Intelligence and Strategy, Technical Business Consultancy Project

Data Analytics Statistics and Visualisation, Advanced Databases, Data Analytics, Data Analytics Project

Software Engineering and Software Engineering (Mainframe)

Advanced Programming, Computer Networks and Operating Systems, Enterprise Programming

Cyber Security Computer Networks and Operating Systems, Security Auditing and Response, Cyber Security Project

Programme Structure: Specialist Units

Cinderella Orah | Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship | Fujitsu

Cinderella was choosing her next steps after her ALevels while hermother was ill and soneeded to choose acourse and universitythat was close tohome.

The game changerMy mother passed away just as I started university and I became a carer for my siblings. I had to take a break in learning.

I kept hearing about apprenticeships and liked the idea of learning while earning. They were such a game changer.

The only woman in the roomThe job I’m in now was the result of the first interview I had. I’m from London and the interview was for a Software Engineer Degree Apprenticeship at Fujitsu in Manchester. I was the only female there. Fujitsu are always actively trying to recruit more women, but not a lot of women apply for STEM jobs. One of my current mentors was one of the only women in her degree apprenticeship and she’s made her way to the top, so it’s great to speak to her and learn from her.

A job I loveI was so pleased when I got the role and I love my job. I get to work on really interesting projects. Doing a degree

apprenticeship at Manchester Met takes diligence, but long term the results will definitely be worth it.

Changing the traditionI’m encouraging my younger siblings to pursue degree apprenticeships and they’re all looking forward to the opportunity.

For women thinking about getting into technology, I’d say engineering is for anybody. The tech industry has no boundaries, it sees no colour, no gender, it has no preference. Anybody can do it. And we need more women. It makes it more creative to have a mix of people.

Success Stories Start Here

Next Steps

Digital and Technology Solutions

MSc Degree Apprenticeship (L7)BSc Degree Apprenticeship (L6)Start Date: September 2020

Limited Availability

Contact: Hayley CooneyE: h.cooney@mmu.ac.ukT: 07825 102 843

DigitalMarketerDeveloping confident and creative digital marketing professionals equipped for a rapidly changing digital world

Programme Content

Qualification: BSc Digital Marketing Degree Apprenticeship

Date: September 2020 Duration: 48 months Cost: £21,000

Delivery Model: Two-day teaching blocks approx. every three weeks Interactive Q&A session online between blocks Four days teaching per academic unit

Format: 20 taught 15 credit units, all core Final synoptic project and end-point assessment – no exams

Entry requirements: Standard entry requirements – 104 UCAS points Good progression route from Level 3 Digital Marketer Apprenticeship

Principles of Digital-First Marketing (15 credits)

Platform Essentials (15 credits)

Introduction to User Experience (15 credits)

Year 1

Introduction to Digital Comms (15 credits)

Introduction to Digital Marketing Analytics (15 credits)

Platform and Channel Practice (15 credits)

Level 4Year 1

Introductions, Essentials and Principles

Start to understand:o Communicationo Marketingo The message and the user journey

Mechanics of measurement

Operationally effective by the end of Year 1

Level 5

Principles of E-Commerce (15 credits)

Understanding Customer Engagement (15 credits)

Digital Human & Audiences (15 credits)

Year 2

Level 4

Key Issues in the Digital Environment (15 credits)

Audience Acquisition (15 credits)

Managing Social Media Practice (15 credits)

Year 2

How to engage with people

The evolving Digital environment and difference between online audiences and offline customers

Bringing in Search and Social

Introduces Ecommerce as per Standard

Tactically Effective by the end of Year 2

Managing Digital Brands (15 credits)

Content Marketing (15 credits)

Measurement and Performance of Digital Marketing (15 credits)

Year 3

Level 5

Conversion Marketing (15 credits)

Digital Value Proposition Design (15 credits)

Digital Comms Strategy (15 credits)

Level 6Year 3

Managing brand and reputation online

Creating and using compelling content

Can evaluate performance, as well as measure

Strategically effective by the end of Year 3

Digital Business Model Design (15 credits)

Digital Comms Campaign Management (15 credits)

End-point sssessment and synoptic project(60 credits)

Year 4

Level 6

By the end of Year 4: A confident, experienced Digital Marketing Professional

Year 4

DBMD – how new products are informed, shaped and launched within the organisation (B.M.Canvas)

Able to direct the whole campaign – coordinate input from other execs and suppliers

Synoptic Projecto The whole problemo The whole campaigno Encompasses all elements of the standard

Digital Marketer Degree Apprenticeship

Taught delivery (maximum group size of 30)

Combination of delivery methodologies:o Face-to-faceo Hands-on ‘thinking and doing’ workshopso Weekly interactive Q&A sessions via webinar

One individual assessment per 15-credit unito Practical application of ideaso Analysing a part of your organisation’s commso As a proposal for your organisation or a client

Nothing in the abstract, relies on real-world situations for work-based learning

Teaching block (2 days)

Interactive Q&A webinars

Interactive Q&A webinars

Week 1 Week 2/3 Week 5/6

Submit assessment

Week 8

Teaching block (2 days)

Week 4

Inside a unit delivery

For each 15-credit unit

Block 1: Two full days teaching, e.g. Monday and Tuesday Block 2: Two full days teaching, three or four weeks later

Skills sessions: before lectures on Tuesday mornings

Interactive Q&A webinar support to embed learning and help prepare for assessment

Submit assessment at the end of the second month

Digital UX ProfessionalCo-designed with employers to develop Digital UX Professionals for a wide range of sectors, from public services and manufacturing, to creative and tech.

Programme Content

Qualification: BSc Digital User Experience (UX) Degree Apprenticeship

Date: September 2020 Duration: 48 months Cost: £24,000

Delivery Model: Block delivery in ‘learning sprints’ of four days duration Six sprints per annum = 24 days teaching each year Online support between attendance

Format: 20 x 15 credit taught units. One unit allows a specialist option (code, design, storytelling or sound) Final Synoptic project and end-point assessment No exams

Entry requirements: Standard entry requirements – 104 UCAS points

YEAR 1

UX Origins and Applications UX Human Contexts UX Practices 1: Making

UX Methods UX Systems Contexts UX Practices 2: Communicating

Digital User Experience (UX) Units

YEAR 2

Creativity Through Research Ethics, Rights and Research UX Practices 3: Building

Applying Creativity Through Research Ethical Considerations in UX

UX Practices 3(Specialism choice, e.g.)

UX and CodeUX and Design

UX and StorytellingUX and Sound

Digital User Experience (UX) Units

YEAR 3

Psychology and Behaviour UX in the Business UX Toolkit

Psychological Research Methods Conversion and UX UX Toolkit: Iteration

Digital User Experience (UX) Units

YEAR 4

UX Futures

Synoptic Project up to Gateway

Synoptic Project andEnd-Point Assessment

UX Futures: Leadership

Digital User Experience (UX) Units

Application assessed and decision on

offer communicated

to applicant and employer

Application forms sent to employers to

pass on to candidatesRegistration

and contracting

arrangements get underway

with the University

Application window open

Employers confirm

intention to enrol

apprentices and begin internal/ external

recruitment process

Next steps

Digital Marketer Digital User Experience (UX)

Contact: Coral GraingerE: coral.grainger@mmu.ac.ukT: 07901 948 716

Next steps

Digital and Technology Solutions L6 & L7

Contact: Hayley CooneyE: h.cooney@mmu.ac.ukT: 07825 102 843

All programmes start: September 2020

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