What are T-Levels?

A T Level is a new type of course which has been developed in collaboration with employers, providing a balance of classroom learning and real-world experience following completion of GCSEs. One T Level runs for 2 years and is equivalent to three A-Levels. 

T Levels are a technical option designed to meet the needs of industry and prepare students aged 16-19 for work, future training or study. Depending on their T Level of choice, students will find that 80% of their time is spent onsite at their academy in either a classroom, lab or workshop environment gaining the skills that employers need. The other 20% of their time will be spent gaining meaningful on-the-job experience through an industry placement where they can put these skills into action. 

How are T-Levels different from apprenticeships or A-Levels?

Although T-Levels may seem similar to apprenticeships, they do differ quite significantly. If a student chooses to become an apprentice they will typically focus on learning a particular role, and will spend 80% of their time in the workplace and 20% in the classroom – the exact reverse of a T-Level. An apprentice is employed, and will be paid for their time at work whereas the majority of T-Level placements will be unpaid.

A-Levels are an academic option which typically leads on to further study at university or college. Similar in style to GCSEs, A-Levels are entirely classroom based.

Entry Requirements

You will need to have completed your GCSEs prior to applying to study T-Levels.