T Levels are designed for students who are moving on from their GCSE studies to develop skills in an industry sector that they want to pursue or for further study. There are specific entry requirements students must achieve to study a T Level.
T Levels are for 16-18 year olds. Additionally, students up to 24 who have an Education, Health and Care Plan (ECHP) can also study T Levels. They’re different to the traditional route of A Levels as they focus on the skill acquisition required to move directly into industry.
Courses consist of 80% of time in the classroom, 20% on a work placement in a relevant workplace.
This differs from an apprenticeship where 80% of time is spent with an employer and 20% in the classroom and is more suited to those ready to enter the workplace at 16 while learning at the same time.
T Levels have been developed in collaboration with employers, combining practical, theory and classroom learning.
Courses focus on vocational skills and help students into skilled employment, higher education or apprenticeships.
We offer a range of T Levels, giving our students unparalleled choice and opportunities to engage with key employers:
• Management and AdministrationBusiness Support
• Business (Foundation)
• Digital Production, Design and Development
• Digital Support Services
• Digital (Foundation)
• Maintenance Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing
• Media, Broadcast and Production - Content Creation and Production
• Engineering (Foundation)
• Education and Early Years
• Health
Employer Information
T Levels | Bournemouth and Poole College
Bournemouth and Poole Collegeyour perfect partner
Bournemouth and Poole College has worked with over 2,000 local and national employers in providing high quality apprenticeship programmes. This has led to thousands of successfully qualified apprentices joining the world of work after studying with us.
As a result, we’re trusted in providing exceptional technical and vocational education. We have everything in place to ensure that when you partner with us, offering T Level placements to Bournemouth and Poole College students, it is a success for all parties involved.
Our team of Industry Placement Advisors are ready to help with finding a suitable placement student, completing the required onboarding process and providing support through the student’s studies.
The student will be in your workplace for at least 20% of their training to learn from you and your staff about the range of jobs and activities available. You will not be required to undertake any classroom teaching.
T Levels - Skills for Life
Employers have reported that many young people leave education without the basic employability skills that are needed to join the workplace. These include skills such as time-keeping, team work and the ability to work confidently with people.
This qualification allows employers to develop these skills and sector specific capabilities for students, while having the opportunity to assess their skill set.
Employer Information
T Levels | Bournemouth and Poole College
Employer Benefits
• Free resource for your business.
• Grow your talent pipeline.
• Staff development.
• Mentor motivated students.
• Industry Placement Advisors support with health and safety risk assessments and induction.
• PR and Marketing support from the college.
Placements
• Students prepared for employability.
• Industry Placement Advisors (IPAs) support with matching your business with students.
• Three review visits and regular calls.
• Extra support and resources.
Paperwork
• Support with job descriptions.
• Industry Placement Agreement.
• Student logbook/skills planning.
Communications
• Regular check-ins with the college.
• Social media posts.
Student Information
T Levels | Bournemouth and Poole College
We already work with over 2,000 local and national employers on our apprenticeships, meaning we’re perfectly placed to offer successful placements for all of our T Level students.
Our close relationships with employers mean that students can guarantee that they are learning the skills required by industry, and on courses that are with well-respected employers.
Students will have access to our award-winning Students’ Union, advice and support teams, and excellent facilities across both campuses.
We support students in every way, with personalised learning plans, Industry Placement Advisors (IPAs) and 1-2-1 support with direct contacts with tutors and time spent learning transferable skills for the future.
When you choose to study a T Level at Bournemouth and Poole College, you’ll be joining a community of like-minded students at a college that is rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted and is the largest provider of further education in the local area.
After completing the course, students progress into the workplace, to Higher Education or a degree apprenticeship. We are delighted to offer our students a new and exciting path for them to start their journey to success.
Student Information
T Levels | Bournemouth and Poole College
Entry Requirements
Typically, 5 GCSEs or International GCSEs at Grade 4 (formerly Grade C) or above, including English and Maths or Science (in some cases) and/or Vocational Tech Award qualification(s) at Level 2 at Pass and above in a relevant subject are required. This is course-specific, check the particular course; some entry requirements are less than this.
Not everyone leaves school with the qualifications required to study a full T Level straight away. We offer several T Level Foundation Year programmes of study to help prepare students to continue their studies with us.
Are T Levels right for me?
If you are moving on from your GCSE studies and want to develop your skills to obtain a qualification that is linked directly to a future career, then a T Level might be for you.
You’ll also benefit from studying one subject that directly interests you in depth, rather than studying multiple A Levels in different subjects.
T Levels are ideal if you enjoy a practical approach to your studies thanks to the 45 day industry placement.
Will universities accept students that have a T Level?
Yes. T Levels provide the perfect basis to jump straight into a career, university or higher apprenticeship.
