T Levels
The next level qualification
Get real experience and future-ready skills at the number 1 college in Greater Manchester.
Designed with employers, you'll spend 80% of you time in college and 20% in an industry placement.
What are T Levels?
T Levels are high-quality technical qualifications, designed to give you real skills, real experience and a real head start.
Equivalent to three A Levels, T Levels are two-year programmes that combine classroom learning with a 45-day industry placement.
You’ll gain hands-on experience, build professional connections, and develop the confidence to step straight into your future, whether that’s university, a higher apprenticeship, or a skilled career.
We currently offer T Levels in a wide range of subjects, including:
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Animal Care & Management
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Automotive
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Business Management & Finance
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Craft & Design
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Digital
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Education & Early Years
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Engineering & Manufacturing
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Health
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Media, Broadcast & Production
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Science
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Why Choose T Levels?
45 Days
Industry placement experience.
UCAS Points
Equivalent to 3 A Levels.
Direct Route
To university, an apprenticship or work.
Employer-Led
Backed by leading businesses.
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T Award
The T Level Benefits Package
Those successful in gaining a place on the T Levels will be eligible for the ‘T Award’, a package of benefits that includes:
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£300 per year bursary*
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Free branded work wear
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Opportunity to take part in exciting college-wide competitions
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Minimum 20% delivery by industry experts
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Guaranteed progression to a Higher Education course at UCEN Manchester
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Bursary incentive if progressing to UCEN Manchester
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Minimum 45-day industry placement
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Digital upskilling
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Masterclasses
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Industry-standard laptop (dependent on the T Level route)
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And much more.
*Subject to requirements including 95% attendance, positive attitude and grade profile.
T Level Foundation Year Programmes
If you don’t quite achieve these grades and would still like to pursue a T Level there is the option of a one-year Level 2 Foundation Year, which will then allow you to move on to a T Level the following year and gain a qualification at the same time.
T Level FAQs
How long do T Levels last?
T Levels last for two years including the industry placement of 45 days.
Can I use T Levels on UCAS?
T Level grades are worth UCAS points in the same way as A Levels or BTECs. A Distinction* at T Level is worth 168 UCAS points (equivalent to 3 x A* at A Level)
Do you get paid for T Levels?
You do not get paid for your industry placement on the T Level course, however you may be eligible for the ‘T Award’ which includes a £300 per year bursary*.
Where can T Levels lead?
After completing a T Level course students can progress directly into work or degree-level study or a degree apprencticeship.
What are T Levels equivalent to?
One T Level is equivalent to three A Levels.
How have T Levels been developed?
Our T Level courses have been co-developed with leading industry employers to ensure you learn the key skills you’ll need to succeed in your chosen career.
How much of the T Level course is practical?
You’ll spend approximately 20% of your time on practical learning through a 45 day industry placement.
Where can I study T Levels?
T Level FAQs
We offer T Levels at our Harpurhey Campus, Openshaw Campus, City Campus Manchester and Wythenshawe Campus.
Where can I find additional T Level resources?
- The T Level government website provides a lot of useful information on how T Levels work.
- The Strategic Development Network has created a useful resource that is dedicated to supporting employers in finding out how T Levels will work.
- Our Student and Parent Guide to T Levels will provide you with all the information that you will need to help you make a decision about your qualification.
