Curriculum
Here at Ada, we want to futureproof your career. So our students take one of four curriculum pathways (Pioneer, Innovator, Creator or Developer) designed to ensure that they thrive in the modern workplace. Learners take Computer Science BTEC as part of three pathways or a T Level, which gives them the core skills required to develop their digital future.
Our standard entry requirements are that students have achieved an average grade of a 5 or above in their GCSEs, including at least a 4 in English Language and Maths. Certain courses also have their own specific entry requirements.
We do understand that sometimes circumstances mean that students who have the potential to succeed at Ada might not meet our standard entry requirements. At the College's discretion, we may be able to accept students who are in this position and encourage you to make an application if you feel this is the case.
PIONEER
PIONEERS USE THEIR PROGRAMMING SKILL AND LOGIC TO TRANSFORM IDEAS INTO GROUND-BREAKING NEW TECHNOLOGIES.
SUBJECTS
(EQUIVALENT TO 3 A LEVELS)
- BTEC Diploma Computing
- A Level Maths
- A Level Further Maths (optional)
CAREER PATHWAYS
- Software engineer
- Game developer
- Cyber security engineer
- Database developer
- Web designer
- Machine learning engineer
INNOVATOR
INNOVATORS USE THEIR BUSINESS-SAVVY AND UNDERSTANDING OF BEHAVIOUR TO DRIVE COMMERCIAL SUCCESS.
SUBJECTS
(EQUIVALENT TO 3 A LEVELS)
- BTEC Diploma Computing + A Level Business Studies
OR
- BTEC Diploma Computing + A Level Psychology
CAREER PATHWAYS
- Digital marketer
- IT consultant
- UX analyst
- Data analyst
- Project manager
- Product development
CREATOR
CREATORS USE THEIR IMAGINATIVE IDEAS TO BUILD BEAUTIFUL AND COMPELLING PRODUCTS AND SERVICES.
SUBJECTS
(EQUIVALENT TO 3 A LEVELS)
- BTEC Diploma Computing + A Level Graphic Communication
CAREER PATHWAYS
- Animator
- Graphic designer
- VFX artist
- Illustrator
- Branding & advertising
- Content producer
DEVELOPER
THE DIGITAL T LEVEL IS DEVELOPED WITH TOP EMPLOYERS TO HELP THE DEVELOPERS TO BE JOB READY.
SUBJECTS
(EQUIVALENT TO 3 A LEVELS)
- T Level in Digital Production, Design and Development (including a 45 day work placement)
CAREER PATHWAYS
- Software Developer
- Digital Games Developer
- Web Developer
- Mobile-Application Developer
- Application Support Analyst
- Cyber Security Analyst