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Computing, technology and digital
Systems analysts look at a company's IT infrastructure and work out where to make improvements.
You could get this job through:
You could do a degree in a relevant subject like:
You'll usually need 2 to 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, for a degree. You'll need a degree in any subject for a postgraduate course.
You could do an information systems business analyst higher apprenticeship, or a digital and technology solutions degree apprenticeship.
You'll usually need 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A-Levels, or equivalent, for a higher or degree apprenticeship.
You may be able to take a job in IT or business and build up your experience and qualifications while working. You could do this through online training or by attending short, intensive courses with IT training organisations. You'll need a good level of computer and business skills.
You may find it helpful to get certification of your skills and expertise once you're working.
You'll need:
In your day-to-day work, you may:
With experience, you could be promoted to senior analyst. You might also move into project management or strategic business planning. You could become a specialist analyst in a particular field like finance or retail. You could set up your own business and work on a contract or consultancy basis.
Web content editors research, write and manage an organisation’s online content, including text, images, video and other media.
IT trainers design and teach computer courses.
App developers design and build mobile applications for PCs, mobile phones and tablets.
Pre-press operators work in the printing industry, getting artwork from a client and supplying the printing plates used on a press.
Database administrators (DBAs) plan and build computer systems, and make sure they’re secure and working properly.
IT security co-ordinators protect their clients' data from unauthorised access, theft and misuse.
Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction, or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday, and sick pay.
Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job – whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables, or building engines!
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