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T-levels are a new post-16 qualification which you can choose from alongside A-levels and apprenticeships when you finish your GCSEs.
Compared with the more academic A-level, they focus on providing technical and practical skills for the workplace. However, you will spend about 80% of your time in the classroom learning about the theory behind your chosen field of work.

In this guide, we explain what T-levels are, who they are aimed at, whether they can help you get into university and more.

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What are T-levels?

The T-level is a new two-year qualification which is being phased in as an alternative to A-levels over the next few years. T-levels combine classroom learning with "on-the-job" training and, like A-levels, lead to UCAS points which can be taken into account in higher-education applications. Students undertake a single T-level programme instead of selecting three to four A-levels.

T-levels include an industry placement lasting 315 hours. As well as providing a route into the workplace or higher education, you could also continue on to a higher apprenticeship.

Check out this video for an overview:

What T-levels can I study?

T-levels are broken into categories. As of January 2024, there are 18 courses, with more set to launch in September.
Agriculture, environmental and animal care

Agriculture, land management and production
Business and administration

Management and administration
Construction Digital Education and early years

Education and early years
Engineering and manufacturing Health and science Legal, finance and accounting
Five more courses are launching in September 2024:

Animal care and management

Craft and design

Media, broadcast and production

Hairdressing, barbering and beauty therapy

Marketing

Are they available all over the country?

Currently, T-levels are only on offer at selected colleges across the UK which you can view here.

However, they should be made more widely available as extra courses are launched.

What is a T-level qualification like and how is it different to an apprenticeship?

T-level students spend just over 80% of their time in the classroom

On a T-level, you will spend about 315 hours (45 days) in the workplace, or just under a fifth of the academic year. You could undertake your placement in a block or on day release, or a mixture of the two. Although you will normally be placed with one employer, your placement could be shared across more than one employers.

Apprenticeship courses are based on standards which you can view here.

T-levels are based on the same standards. However, apprentices spend about 80% of their time in the workplace, compared with less than a fifth for a T-level student. A T-level will give you experience in a particular occupation, where you will develop the practical and technical skills relevant to that role. However, unlike apprenticeships, T-levels are more focused on an industry area rather than a specific job.

Your course will cover:

Core theory, concepts and skills of the industry.

Specialist skills and knowledge related to a particular job.

Why should I study for a T-level qualification?

Apprenticeships are broadly aimed at students who know what specific career path they would like to pursue.

T-levels, on the other hand, are more broadly focused on the industry as opposed to the job. This means they will prepare you for work within a particular field of work. They are also a stepping stone to further or higher education or, alternatively, greater specialisation with a higher or degree apprenticeship.

Will they help me get into uni?

Yes, you will gain UCAS points with a T-level, so they will help you qualify for a university place.

On a T-level, you will get:

This table shows the UCAS points available from different T-level grades and how they compare to A-levels:

Although they provide UCAS points, some universities may continue to require A-levels as entry requirement. You should check whether T-levels are accepted before you apply to university. If you know you would like to go to university, you should research this now before selecting T-levels as a post-16 option.
If you know you'd like to learn "on the job" instead of within an academic setting, check out our article on apprenticeships.
Images: Offical T-level logo via Gov.uk, science class by Anna Batchelor via Tallis School Flickr

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Career advice for schools and students aged 13-19. Search jobs, advice & find out about employers, work experience, courses, career choices, apprenticeships and university.

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We are incredibly proud of our Y11 leavers (from 2022-2023) who are settling well into their onward provisions!

We are pleased to report that:
17.02% have joined 6th forms
61.70% have joined local colleges
10.64% are accessing training providers
4.26% are starting apprenticeships
2.13% seeking employment
2.13% moved abroad
2.13% other education

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'It was an absolute pleasure to interview all the students at Rosewood. They were all extremely engaging and a delight to talk to. They all spoke clearly and gave some very good and detailed examples – often without prompting' (Marie from Department of Work & Pensions - Y11 Mock Interviews)

'I had a great day supporting with mock interviews and the students are a credit to the school' (Charlie Steggles - Careers & Enterprise Company)

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'My social skills have really improved and I feel very confident I could do this again even better!' (Robyn Y9 - Work Experience in the Coffee Shop)

'I have learnt that I have a big enjoyment for making meals and cooking, and that I may want to cook a lot more in the future' (Kieran Y10 - Work Experience in the Kitchen)

'I have had such a fun week and picked up a lot of life skills. Thank you for this amazing opportunity. It's also been great for building up social skills and confidence' (Erin Y10 - Work Experience in the Coffee Shop)

'I learnt to communicate and listen, I enjoyed it more than I thought' (Jaydon Y9 - Work Experience at a local nursery)

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We have outlined some of the work experience opportunities that have taken place this term:

- Y10 and KS3 pupils have been working in the TRS coffee shop 'Bulunga' and the school kitchen 'The Vine' supporting the chef. In addition to gaining some great work experience, pupils have already been working towards relevant AQA awards and food hygiene certificates.

- Staplehurst site is facilitating bespoke opportunities for pupils for example a visit to a local gym to spend some time with a Personal Trainer learning about her work.

- We are also able to facilitate a number of internal work placements/projects such as supporting in the IT or site department.

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We complete the Compass evaluation 3 times per year to track the school's progress towards the Gatsby benchmarks.

Compass + enables us to record and track engagement with the school careers programme.

We also regularly evaluate using the following:
- Feedback after each activity (from staff, pupils, speakers)
- Destination Data
- Testimonials
- Pupil voice

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Labour market information (LMI) is information about jobs that are available in local areas, current availability of certain jobs and predictions about the future job market.

Information about the labour market can be really useful when making decisions - it could help when considering:
- What might this type of work look like in the future?
- Are there opportunities in the local area or is it necessary to consider jobs in other parts of the UK/abroad?
- Is this job sector growing or declining?

Careers information refers to information about a particular job role or industry. Good careers information should provide an insight into aspects such as duties/responsibilities, salary, entry routes, how to access more detailed information and it should be UK based.

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Our careers link governor is Tanya Kelvie. Tanya brings a wealth of knowledge and experience of the education sector.

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Welcome from Bethan Liston - the careers adviser at The Rosewood School. You can get in contact by emailing careers@trs.kent.sch.uk.

The school's named Careers Leader is Hayley Bennett

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Are you a previous pupil from The Rosewood School?

Please get in touch with us - we would love to hear from you and perhaps get you involved in our careers programme.

rosewood.alumni@trs.kent.sch.uk

We were recently joined by Y11 leavers from June 2023 to collect their exam certificates and celebrate their successes!

In February we welcomed previous TRS pupils Crow, Lili and Bradley who talked to current Y11 pupils about their experiences of post 16 provision.

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We are delighted to have Trevel Henry supporting The Rosewood School as our Enterprise Adviser. Trevel works closely with the careers team to help us develop our careers programme and engage with local employers

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We are available to talk to all parents/carers about individual pupils.

We also welcome feedback and suggestions from parents on our careers programme.

Check back here soon for our new TRS Careers Handbook which will contain lots of information for parents/carers.

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The Gatsby benchmarks provide a framework for good careers guidance and underpin our careers provision at The Rosewood School

1. A stable careers programme ​

2. Learning from careers and labour market information  ​

3. Addressing the needs of each student

4. Linking curriculum learning to careers

5. Encounters with employers and employees

6. Experiences of workplaces

7. Encounters with further and higher education

8. Personal guidance

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The aim of The Rosewood School (TRS) is to provide continuity of education, through inclusion and support. It is our belief this should include careers education, information, advice and guidance. An effective delivery of this raises aspirations, encourages participation in further education, supports pupils academic progress and promotes equality of opportunity. We believe it is important that pupils are not excluded from accessing CEIAG opportunities due to their health needs.

The careers programme includes:
- Regular meetings with the Careers Adviser for personal guidance (particularly for Y11 pupils)
- Talks from the local colleges
- Visits to a number of workplaces (and engagement with employers/employees) over the academic year
- At least 1 STEM activity
- A range of talks from employers/employees on their role and experience of work
- An apprenticeship awareness talk
- Activities during National Careers Week
- Activities during National Apprenticeship Week
- Work experience (both internal and external opportunities)
- A higher education encounter or visit
- Practical sessions for Y11 pupils on CV writing and interview skills
- Mock interviews for Y11 pupils

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So far this year:

- National Careers Week in March saw us welcome a number of employers/local education providers! This included the local pre-school, HIT Training, UCA, Forensic Scientist from Canterbury Christ Church University, Pet Groomer, Zookeeper, local sports centre, Football Referee and a scientist from a research centre!

- All pupils have had a talk on apprenticeships and how to access these.

- Staplehurst have had a wide range of speakers including the police, a hairdresser, a farrier and an artist. They have also visited Cranbrook Museum.

- We have also arranged visits to art galleries, a roman museum, cat sanctuary, chatham dockyard and a careers fair.

- Y11 pupils have accessed a range of careers sessions on topics including skills, personal statements, interviews skills, LMI and mock interviews. Thank you to The Education People, and Department for Work & Pensions for delivering some of these sessions.

- We also welcomed a local Tattoo Artist who delivered a fantastic workshop to pupils and opened their eyes to careers in the creative industry.

Additionally all pupils are now participating in weekly 'Beyond the Classroom' sessions. These give pupils an insight into different subjects and experiences and we ensure there are many careers links!

Big thank you to the organisations and individuals involved in these activities!

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Pupils can access information, advice and guidance through our careers team. They are regularly available at all sites and to pupils accessing remote provision.

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Our pupils have a diverse range of interests and aspirations and welcome the opportunity to hear from people in the world of work.

If you think you can contribute to the Careers Programme at The Rosewood School we would really like to hear from you.
Please contact us by emailing careers@trs.kent.sch.uk