T Levels: The Next Level Qualification

T Levels are a brand-new, 2-year qualification that you can do as an alternative to A levels, other post-16 courses or Apprenticeships.

They bring classroom learning and an extended industry placement together on a course designed with over 200 businesses and employers to make sure you’ll get the skills and on-the-job experience you need to successfully start your career.

T Levels are ideal if you have finished your GCSEs and want the knowledge and experience to get straight into employment, an apprenticeship or higher education.

You’ll spend 80% of your time in the classroom and 20% on a 45-day placement with an employer to give you the skills and knowledge companies look for.

One T level takes 2 years of full-time study and is equivalent to 3 A levels.

T Levels provide a mixture of:

Technical knowledge and practical skills specific to your chosen industry or occupation.
An industry placement of at least 45 days in your chosen industry or occupation. Watch this short Government video to hear why students find completing industry placements so beneficial.
Relevant Maths, English and digital skills.
Common workplace skills.

Successful completion of a T Level can take you straight into the workplace of your chosen industry, or into Higher Education to continue your studies.