Useful Information
Level 3 | Two Years | Programme designed for young people aged 16 to 18.
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Course Overview
Studying a T Level offers a range of benefits, including gaining industry-relevant skills and real-world experience through mandatory placements.This T Level programme has been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses, so everything you will learn meets the needs of industry and prepares you for work. Equivalent to three A Levels, T Levels provide a clear pathway to employment or higher education, making students more attractive to employers with practical, hands-on expertise in their chosen field. The qualification enhances employability, offers flexibility across diverse industries and increases the potential for higher wages. Additionally, T Levels provide a solid foundation for university progression, helping students make informed career decisions and secure well-paid roles in sectors like engineering, healthcare and business.
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Course Highlights
This course is suitable for anyone interested in a career in engineering, manufacturing, processing and control. The qualification is structured into two components: the Core Component, where you will gain knowledge of key concepts, theories and principles as well as occupational specialism where you will develop knowledge, skills and behaviours necessary to work in the engineering industry. The courses focuses on working within the engineering and manufacturing sectors, essential maths for engineering and manufacturing, materials and their properties and commercial and financial awareness. This qualification will involve a 315 hour industry placement within the engineering sector. This means students will spend 80% of their time in the classroom and 20% on an industry placement (9 weeks minimum).
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Career Opportunities & Further Study
On completion you can progress into higher education to study topics including Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering. Civil Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering. Alternatively, you may wish to explore an apprenticeship. This course opens up a wide range of exciting career opportunities in the engineering sector.
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Assessment
T Levels are assessed through a combination of exams, coursework and industry placements. The core component includes exams that test knowledge of key concepts and principles, while coursework allows students to demonstrate their practical application of skills. The industry placement is a crucial part, where students gain real-world experience and are assessed on their performance in a professional setting. These assessments ensure that students develop both theoretical knowledge and practical experience, preparing them for further study or employment in their chosen field.
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Entry Requirements
4 GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C) or a related Level 2 vocational qualification (at merit or higher), including English. Ideally, you will also need to hold a Grade 5 (B) in maths. However, those with a Grade 4 (C) will be considered and a decision will be made at interview. Equivalence of these qualifications will be considered.
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