A T Level qualification follows on from GCSEs and combines classroom theory, practical learning and a three-month industry placement to ensure students have the skills to thrive in the world of work. A two-year course, T Levels aim to provide the knowledge and experience needed to open the door to highly skilled employment, higher level study or a Higher Apprenticeship.
As well as offering a clear line of sight to industry, T Levels are recognised by UCAS to support applications to study at university, with a starred distinction in a T Level being worth the equivalent of three A*s at A-level.
What are T Levels like?
T Levels are different to the traditional route of A-levels as they focus on the skill acquisition required to move directly in to industry. Courses consist of around 80% of time spent in the classroom with the remaining 20% spent being on a valuable work placement in a relevant workplace. This differs from an Apprenticeship where around 80% of time is spent with an employer and 20% in the classroom and is more suited to those who feel ready to enter the workforce at age 16 while learning at the same time.
What are the entry requirements?
You will need six GCSEs in total, with English and maths at grade 4 or above. Learners progressing from a Level 2 course will need a Level 2 Diploma with a good Merit profile, along with English and maths GCSE at grade 4 or above (or equivalent).
Want to know more?
If you’re interested in finding out more about T Levels, contact our College Advice Team by emailing enquiries@cornwall.ac.uk or call us at 0330 123 2523.
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What you need to know
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T Levels are a new qualification designed to give you a head start towards the future you want. They follow GCSEs and are equivalent to three A Levels. The two-year qualification brings classroom and work placement together, on a course designed with employers and businesses.
T Levels are ideal if you have completed your GCSEs and want to get the knowledge and experience needed to get a skilled job.
Yes, you can. T Levels get you work ready, but you can continue studying with a higher Apprenticeship or degree.
T Levels are designed with businesses and employers, to make sure you have the skills and knowledge they are looking for in an employee.
T Levels give you the opportunity to experience an industry while you continue your studies, with the opportunity to specialise later. While gaining practical experience, you also achieve the qualifications needed to move into a higher level of study, if you choose to later.
Apprenticeships are paid, work-based training for those who know what occupation they want to pursue.
The entry requirements for T Levels are similar to those of A Levels, with students required to gain a grade 4 (or possibly a 5 for certain subjects) or above in English and maths. In some cases, a grade 4 or even a grade 5 in science will also be required.
When a student does not meet the entry requirements, they might be offered a Foundation T Level, which is a one-year course that will prepare students to progress to the T Level the following year. Students will retake English and maths as required alongside their Foundation T Level.
When a Foundation T Level is not an appropriate alternative, the College will work with the applicant to find a suitable course.
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T Levels at Cornwall College
Digital Support Technician Apprenticeship Standard
Apprenticeship- Location – Cornwall College St Austell
- Duration – 18 Months (including gateway) | Work-based
- Level – Level 3
- Available Starts – As required
Land Based Forklift Truck Operations City & Guilds Award
Adult Employer Training- Location – Bicton College
- Duration – 3 Days | Part-time
- Level – Level 2
- Available Starts – 28/10/2024, 09/12/2024, 10/02/2025, 21/04/2025
LPG Training: Changeover from Natural Gas (CONGLP1/PD)
Adult Employer Training- Location – Cornwall College Camborne
- Duration – Various | Part-time
- Level – Professional Qualification
- Available Starts – 20/05/2024, 10/06/2024, 11/06/2024, 22/07/2024, 06/01/2025, 03/02/2025
Junior Tractor Driving
Leisure and Professional- Location – Duchy College Stoke Climsland
- Duration – 1 Day | Part-time
- Level – No Qualification
- Available Starts – 20/05/2024, 26/07/2024, 29/08/2024, 14/02/2025, 07/04/2025, 14/04/2025, 16/04/2025, 30/05/2025, 07/07/2025, 28/07/2025
Maths Functional Skills Level 1
Adult- Location – Cornwall College Camborne
- Duration – 1 morning per week over 30 weeks | Part-time
- Level – Level 1
- Available Starts – 13/09/2024
Technical Certificate in Horse Care
16-19 Adult- Location – Bicton College
- Duration – 1 Year | Full-time
- Level – Level 2
- Available Starts – 09/09/2024
Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard Level 3
Apprenticeship- Location – Cornwall College Camborne, Cornwall College St Austell
- Duration – 15-18 months to gateway. | Work-based
- Level – Level 3
- Available Starts – As required
Hairdressing Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship- Location – Cornwall College Camborne
- Duration – 1 Year | Work-based
- Level – Level 3
- Available Starts – As required
Unvented Hot Water Supply, Commissioning & Servicing NICEIC
Adult Employer Training- Location – Cornwall College Camborne
- Duration – 1 Day | Part-time
- Level – Professional Qualification
- Available Starts – 22/04/2024, 24/04/2024, 22/05/2024, 12/06/2024, 17/06/2024, 18/06/2024, 07/10/2024, 08/11/2024, 11/11/2024, 20/02/2025, 05/05/2025, 22/05/2025
Introduction to Ceramics for Wellbeing
Adult- Location – Richmond House Resource Centre
- Duration – 10 – 13 Weeks | Part-time
- Level – No Qualification
- Available Starts – As required
Leader in Adult Care Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship- Location – Cornwall College St Austell, Cornwall College Camborne
- Duration – 18 months. | Work-based
- Level – Level 5
- Available Starts – As required
FdSc Marine Biology with Oceanography degree
University- Location – Newquay University Centre Cornwall College
- Duration – Up to 5 days per week for 2 years | Full-time
- Level – Level 5
- Available Starts – 17/09/2024
T Level Courses at Cornwall College
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