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Database administrators (DBAs) plan and build computer systems, and make sure they’re secure and working properly.
You could get into this job through:
You could study for a higher national diploma, degree or postgraduate qualification before joining a company training scheme. Useful subjects include:
You'll usually need 1 or 2 A-Levels for a higher national diploma or 2 to 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, for a degree. You might need a degree in any subject for a postgraduate course.
You'll usually need 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for a Level 3 (advanced apprenticeship). You might also 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'll need:
You'll work with an organisation to:
With experience, you could move into IT project management or systems analysis, web development or network management. You could also become self-employed, or move into consultancy.
Solutions architects lead teams that design and develop new computer systems for clients.
Technical authors write documents and guides that explain how to use products and services.
UX designers use research to understand their users and create websites, applications and software to meet their needs.
Software developers design, build and test computer programs for business, education and leisure services.
E-learning developers create course materials that can be studied on a computer network or online.
Web content managers are responsible for the information that goes on an organisation's website.
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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