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The T Level in Animal Management and Behaviour is a two-year programme designed by employers to enable 16 – 19-year-olds to prepare for a career in animal care. Equivalent to three A-levels, it provides valuable UCAS points and equips students with the knowledge and skills to progress into employment, apprenticeships or higher education.

Over 100 students, parents and industry leaders gathered yesterday evening at Derby College Group’s East Midlands Institute of Technology at The Roundhouse to celebrate International Women in STEM Day at a flagship Women in Engineering event.

Former T level student Allyssa studying for BSc (Hons) in diagnostic radiography

Derby College Group (DCG) is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2026 (9–15 February) with a full programme of events, employer engagement opportunities and student celebrations.  

Looking for things to do in Derby this Valentine’s season? Derby College Group’s Broomfield Hall is inviting the local community to celebrate in a truly heart‑warming way at its Valentine’s Day‑themed Animal Unit Open Day on Sunday 8 February 2026.

This two-year course provides the knowledge base for applicants wishing to pursue or advance their career in the fast-moving digital sector as a software developer.

The Level 3 AAQ in Computing (Extended Certificate) is designed for post-16 students with an interest in the Digital sector and aiming to progress to higher education as a route to graduate level employment. Equivalent to one A level in size, it is suitable for students looking to develop their applied knowledge and skills in Computing as part of a study programme alongside two A levels.

The Pearson Level 3 AAQ in Information Technology (Extended Certificate) is designed for post-16 students with an interest in the Digital sector and aiming to progress to higher education as a route to graduate level employment. Equivalent to one A level in size, it is suitable for students looking to develop their applied knowledge and skills in Information Technology as part of a study programme alongside A levels.

BTEC First qualifications are designed for use in colleges, schools and the workplace as introductory courses for learners who want to study in the context of a vocational sector.

This course is designed as an entry-level pathway for students interested in the vibrant worlds of local tourism, hospitality and corporate business. The DCG Level 1 Certificate in Business and the Visitor Economy focuses on building foundational professional skills while exploring the relationship between business and the visitor economy.

This course offers a practical introduction to tourism and the visitor economy, allowing learners to explore UK and international destinations, customer experience, and the factors that shape global travel. Through a blend of assessed assignments and an external exam, students develop the knowledge and skills needed for progression into further study or a career in this dynamic sector.

The Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship is designed for experienced support staff already working in education who want to deepen their expertise and specialise in supporting learners in areas such as SEND, social and emotional wellbeing, or specific curriculum areas like early reading or languages.