T Level Guide for Students

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There are lots of options available after GCSEs including A Levels, vocational courses and apprenticeships. Deciding what to study can be daunting, especially when there are new qualifications like T Levels to consider. Take a look at this simple guide which explains everything you need to know about T Levels. What are T Levels? T Levels are practical career focused qualifications for 16 to 19 year olds which are studied over 2 years. They’re equivalent to three A Levels and combine classroom study with a 45 day industry placement to prepare you for the world of work, or further study like a higher-level apprenticeship or university. They offer an ideal first step into your future career and as they’ve been designed by employers you can be confident that you’re being taught the skills and knowledge relevant for your chosen industry. A T Level is made up of: ● A technical qualification - You will spend 80% of your time at college studying for this qualification ● An industry placement - 20% of a T Level is an industry placement with an employer, which will last a minimum of 315 hours (approximately 45 days)
What T Level subjects are there? T Levels cover a wide range of sectors and interests. We offer T Levels in the following areas: ● Business ● ● ● ● ● Construction Digital Technologies Early Years Engineering Health and Social Care What’s the difference between T Levels and A Levels? The main difference between T Levels and A Levels is that T Levels focus on one subject while A Levels are multiple subjects. T Levels are more practical/vocational, whereas A Levels are more theoretical. What’s the different between T Levels and a vocational course? T Levels are the technical equivalent to three A Levels. They cover: ● core theory ● concepts and specialist skills ● knowledge for a specific career or occupation. The main difference between the T Level and a Level 3 course is the compulsory industry placement. What grade will I get for studying a T Level? You will receive an overall grade of pass, merit, distinction or distinction*. Will I be able to go to University after I’ve studied a T Level? Yes, T Levels have been designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills and experience needed to progress onto a range of options including work, higher education or apprenticeships. If you achieve Distinction* in your T Level this is the same as 3 x A* at A Level. Here’s a guide to the T Level grades compared to the A Level equivalent and UCAS Tariff points: T Level Grade A Level Equivalent UCAS Tariff points Distinction* A* A* A* 168 Distinction A A A 144 Merit B B B 120 Pass (C or above on the core) Pass (D or E on the core) C C C 96 D D D 72 If you don’t want to continue your studies after T Level, going straight into employment is an option and thanks to the industry placement, you will have a head start on the skills you’ll need in the workplace.
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