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WHAT ARE T LEVELS?

T Levels are designed with leading businesses and employers to ensure you gain the knowledge and skills that employers are looking for.

T Levels are ideal if you know the area or industry you would like a career in and prefer a practical course designed by employers but also want to spend time within a learning environment.

TWO-YEAR QUALIFICATION INCLUDES AN INDUSTRY PLACEMENT EQUIVALENT TO 3 A LEVELS pass100%rate in 2025

COMBINING INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE WITH A QUALIFICATION

You will spend a minimum of 45 days (315 hours) on industry placement with an employer to give you the skills and knowledge companies look for.

The industry placement will be at the employer’s premises and is unlikely to be paid, as it is part of the course of study, but support for travel and expenses may be available.

PROGRESSION

When you pass your T Level, you will get a nationally recognised certificate showing the overall grade you achieved - Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction*.

YOUR T LEVEL WILL BE WORTH UCAS TARIFF POINTS:

T Level Grades Equivalent A Level Grades UCAS Points

Many universities are accepting T Levels, including the University Centre at the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, so you can progress into higher education in a related technical course if you wish. If you have a particular university in mind, checking their admissions criteria and speaking to the admissions office is a good place to start.

It will also give details of what you learned on the course to help you move into skilled employment or a higher apprenticeship.

BUSINESS (MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION)

Gain the practical and academic skills and knowledge to progress into a career in business support, team leadership and management.

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EDUCATION & EARLY YEARS

Ready to inspire and support children? This course will help you become the best you can be.

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MEET EMILY

“I really enjoyed the practical learning we did in lessons, especially in the nursery classroom, where we created lesson resources and planned activities. My industry placement helped me develop behaviour management skills and taught me how to support children with Special Educational Needs (SEND). These experiences will be invaluable in my future career as a Primary School Teacher specialising in SEND.”

COURSE: T Level Education & Childcare

DESTINATION: Primary Education at Sheffield Hallam University

DIGITAL SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

Perfect for those interested in software development, this T Level prepares you for skilled employment or higher education.

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DIGITAL SUPPORT & SECURITY

Gain the skills and knowledge to launch your career in digital support services.

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BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEERING FOR CONSTRUCTION (ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION)

Develop the skills and knowledge to launch your career as an electrician in the BSE industry.

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BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEERING FOR CONSTRUCTION (GAS ENGINEERING)

Acquire the skills and knowledge to work as a gas engineer in the BSE industry, with routes into employment or an apprenticeship.

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BUILDING SERVICES

ENGINEERING FOR CONSTRUCTION (PLUMBING & HEATING)

Get hands-on experience and the skills you need for a successful career as an electrician in the BSE industry.

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TECHNICAL STUDY DESIGN,

SURVEYING &

PLANNING FOR CONSTRUCTION

Build the knowledge and skills to take your next step into a professional role or higher-level training in the sector.

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MEET OLIVER

“What I enjoyed most about studying a T Level was the variety of things we learnt and got involved in. It gave me a great overview of the construction industry whilst helping me discover my passion for design management.

I completed my industry placement at Galliford Try, where I gained insight into the processes within the construction industry and saw projects progress from start to finish.”

COURSE:

T Level Design, Surveying & Planning for Construction

DESTINATION:

Employment at Galliford Try

TECHNICAL STUDY ONSITE CONSTRUCTION

– CARPENTRY & JOINERY

Obtain the skills employers value for a successful career as a site carpenter or joiner.

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HEALTH

Created with employers and industry experts, this course gives you the skills and confidence to succeed in skilled employment.

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MEET ARISHA

"I’m going on to study Operating Department Practice at Sheffield Hallam University, where I’ll work alongside surgeons — something I’ve always aspired to do.

Being able to be in front of patients and professional staff on my industry placement meant that I could build my communication skills and confidence. After completing my placement, I was offered a role training to become a Healthcare Assistant.”

COURSE: T Level Health

DESTINATION: Operating Department Practice at Sheffield Hallam University

WHAT OUR T LEVEL INDUSTRY PLACEMENT PROVIDERS SAY

“Partnering with our local college is such an important way to give students real-world experiences whilst inspiring the next generation of healthcare workers and showing them all the great things about a career at Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust. It’s an amazing opportunity to learn and gain hands-on experience working within the NHS.”

EMMA GREGORY, Clinical Lead for the Non-Registered Workforce at the at Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

“Becoming a T Level industry placement provider has given us the opportunity to showcase the wide range of roles within Vico Homes and offer bespoke placements tailored to each student’s career goals. Our students have taken on real responsibilities, becoming fully integrated into the organisation and its culture. As a result, they’ve developed valuable skills and knowledge, growing both academically and personally - a journey we’ve been proud to support.

We’ve also gained fresh perspectives and valuable mentoring experiences from working alongside them.”

at CASTLEFORD COLLEGE and WAKEFIELD COLLEGE

Margaret Street, Wakefield, West Yorkshire WF1 2DH www.wakefield.ac.uk

Thunderhead Ridge, Castleford, West Yorkshire WF10 4UA www.castleford.ac.uk

General Enquiries: t: 01924 789789 e: info@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk

Course Information: t: 01924 789111 e: courseinfo@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk

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