Level 3 Award:
SAIGE Level 3 Award in AI – Concepts, Ethics and Applications
Equip learners with a critical understanding of AI, ethics and its applications.
What is this qualification?
A 5 credit, level 3, Ofqual-regulated award designed to equip learners with a critical understanding of artificial intelligence, including its underlying principles, practical applications, and societal implications.
Learners will evaluate AI systems, consider ethical and legal issues, and gain hands-on experience with accessible AI tools and datasets. This qualification can be...
View moreLearners will evaluate AI systems, consider ethical and legal issues, and gain hands-on experience with accessible AI tools and datasets. This qualification can be included within programmes which provide progression into higher education or employment in technology, ethics, public policy, and innovation-related fields.
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Who is it for?
- Post-16 learners who are preparing for higher education, apprenticeships, or employment
- Learners who are interested in the ethical, societal and practical implications of AI
While there are no formal entry qualifications required, it's recommended that learners have basic digital literacy. This qualification is aimed at those aged 16 and above.
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Who can offer this qualification?
- Sixth Form Colleges
- Further Education Colleges
- Independent Training Providers
- Independent Schools
However, any approved SAIGE centre can deliver these qualifications if it believes they will benefit its learners and it has the necessary resources to deliver and assess the programme.
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What your centre will gain
- Future-focused provision offer – centres can position themselves at the forefront of digital and AI education, attracting learners looking for qualifications that prepare for emerging careers.
- Enhanced progression pathways – the qualification can be included within programmes that provide progression to higher education, apprenticeships, and employment.
- Reputation and recognition – by delivering an Ofqual-regulated AI qualification aligned to international frameworks (e.g. UNESCO).
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What will be learnt?
Upon achievement of this qualification, your learners will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of artificial intelligence systems
- Understand real-world AI applications and impacts
- Be able to apply AI tools to investigate and solve problems
- Understand the ethical, legal and social dimensions of AI
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Where can it take learners
After learners complete this qualification, they can:
- Use it as part of their application to higher education qualifications such as a bachelor’s degree.
- Use it as part of a job application where knowledge and understanding of AI needs to be demonstrated.
Qualification Breakdown
Unit
Delivery
Credits
Assessment Type
AI - Concepts, Ethics and Applications.
In person, blended or online.
5
Portfolio of a range of evidence. Please see the qualification specification for more information.
AI - Concepts, Ethics and Applications.
Delivery
In person, blended or online.
Credits
5
Assessment Type
Portfolio of a range of evidence. Please see the qualification specification for more information.
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Backed by rigorous external quality assurance
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Supported by guidance and training from the SAIGE team
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About SAIGE
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