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What are T Levels?
T Levels are two-year courses that combine classroom learning with industry placements. They are equivalent to three A levels and cover a range of subjects. T Levels are designed with employers, so you can learn practical skills for your future career or further study.
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T Levels explained
Key facts about T Levels
80% study 20% work
Designed by and for employers
Attracts UCAS points
Equivalent to 3 A Levels
Achieve maths & English GCSE
Wide range of employers
Learn practical skills
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How T Levels work with other qualifications
T Levels are two-year courses that combine classroom learning with industry placements. They are equivalent to three A levels and cover a range of subjects. T Levels are designed with employers, so you can learn practical skills for your future career or further study.
Structure of T Levels
T Level courses will include the following compulsory elements:
- A technical qualification, which will include:
- Core theory, concepts and skills for an industry area
- Specialist skills and knowledge for an occupation or career
- An industry placement with an employer
- A minimum standard in maths and English if you’ve not already achieved that at GCSE.
Industry placements
Every T Level will include an industry placement, with your new employer focused on nurturing your talent and developing your practical and technical skills. These will last a minimum of 315 hours (approximately 45 days), but can last longer. Employers can offer industry placements as a block, day release or a mix of these, and it’s also possible to share part of the placement with another employer.
Grading and certification
When you complete your T Level, you’ll receive an overall grade of pass, merit, distinction or distinction*. You’ll also get a nationally recognised certificate, which will show your overall grade and a breakdown of what you’ve achieved.
UCAS tariff points
T Levels will provide you with various progression options. These include skilled employment, apprenticeships and higher education.
To help you to get into higher education, UCAS tariff points will be allocated to T Levels.
UCAS points will only be allocated to the overall T Level grade. You must achieve at least an overall pass grade to receive UCAS points..
