Potential earnings
£75,512.95
Job holders in this unit group perform a variety of tasks.
Main tasks
- Manages and develops the content and operation of websites, monitors traffic, and ensures the functionality of websites and web servers.
- Organises training for users and prepares documentation on IT systems.
- Meets with clients to determine their requirements and designs, tests and installs new systems to meet client's needs.
- Provides support to organisations in the operation of their IT software, hardware and networks.
Source: Office for National Statistics.
Salary and earnings
Average earnings
£43,987.00
Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).
What course level do I need to study?
The level of study required will vary with each job, sector and company. The table below shows the level of study achieved by those currently working in this career choice.
Educational requirements: Honours, Bachelor's degree
Source: Office for National Statistics.
| Level of study | Percentage achieved |
|---|---|
| Level 0 | 1% |
| Level 1 | 2% |
| Level 2 | 9% |
| Level 3 | 15% |
| Level 4-5 (Higher Education) | 7% |
| Level 6 (Bachelors) | 52% |
| Level 7 (Masters or equivalent) | 12% |
| Level 8 (Doctorate) | 2% |
Source: Labour Force Survey (LFS) data.
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Economic data for careers is provided by Lightcast and also available through our Career Coach app. Job postings, employment and earnings information is represented at the regional level for the East Midlands.