What are T Levels?
T Levels are high-quality technical alternatives to A Levels, designed to give you a head start in your chosen career.
They blend classroom learning with hands-on experience, including a 45-day industry placement (that’s at least 315 hours) where you’ll build the knowledge and practical skills employers are looking for.
We currently offer T Levels in a wide range of subjects, including Animal Care & Management, Business Management & Finance, Construction, Craft & Design, Digital, Education & Early Years, Engineering & Manufacturing, Health & Healthcare Science, and Media, Broadcast & Production.
These areas have been carefully selected to align with the future skills needs across Greater Manchester and the wider North West, so you’ll be gaining the right skills for the right jobs.
Why Choose T Levels?
45 Days
Industry Placement Experience
1 Qualification
Equals 3 A Levels
Direct Route
To University or Work
Top Employers
Backed by Leading Brands
Which T Level is right for you?
Take our short quiz to find out which of the T Levels we're offering is best suited to you and your future.
T Award
T Level Study 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:
- £300 per year bursary*
- Free branded work wear
- Opportunity to take part in exciting college-wide competitions
- Minimum 20% delivery by industry experts
- Guaranteed progression to a Higher Education course at UCEN Manchester
- Bursary incentive if progressing to UCEN Manchester
- Minimum 45-day industry placement
- Digital upskilling
- Masterclasses
- Industry-standard laptop (dependent on the T Level route)
- 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 at 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 further study.
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 Openshaw Campus and City Campus Manchester.
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.
