VOCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS VS A LEVELS Vocational qualifications are an alternative to A levels and a viable route to university. Despite common misconceptions, these qualifications are just as valuable as A level qualifications and are highly regarded by many universities and employers alike. Vocational qualifications are perfect for students who know exactly what they want to do, are passionate about their favourite subject and can’t wait to get stuck in.
Benefits of vocational qualifications: • Students can connect with industry experts. • Students gain industry insight from guest lectures, placements, live projects and more. • Students gain the practical skills and experience demanded by employers. • Students experience focused teaching around their chosen subject. • Students train in specialised facilities reflecting real-world environments. • Students are taught by tutors with real industry experience.
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• Our vocational qualifications have built-in academic skills modules to support progression to further study, higher education, apprenticeships or employment. • Many vocational qualifications emphasise coursework over exams. • Many vocational qualifications are built around industry needs. • Some vocational qualifications provide more UCAS points than A levels.
