T Levels FAQs
The most common T Level questions answered. Please take a look at this page first, and if you need further support, please contact us.
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How are T Levels structured? |
T Levels are made up of:
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Who can deliver T Levels? |
The UK government has selected these providers to deliver T Levels in academic years 2020 to 2021, 2021 to 2022 and 2022 to 2023. In September 2023, T Levels will be rolled out nationwide. Learn more about the government’s T Level rollout strategy. |
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What industries are T Level qualifications available in? |
T Levels have been developed for these industries:
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How can my centre apply to be in the next phase of T Level providers? |
If your centre’s not currently an approved T Level provider but you’re interested in delivering T Levels, submit an expression of interest at gov.uk. |
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How are T Levels funded? |
We’re currently expecting a DfE review of Level 3 qualifications. We anticipate that funding for other qualifications will be withdrawn in favour of the T Level qualifications. |
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When will T Levels be launched? |
The T Level rollout is incremental. The first 3 T Levels were launched in selected providers during the academic year 2020 to 2021. |
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Do you have information packs we can send to our colleagues? |
This isn’t something we currently offer. Please look at gov.uk or our T Level page that we regularly update with the latest information. |
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Does NCFE develop T Levels? |
Yes. We work with the T Level panel to develop the qualification specification and assessment strategy for each T Level. |
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Do T Levels have UCAS points? |
Every T Level provides 3 A-Levels' worth of UCAS points. |
T Level specifics
Here are our answers to the most common specific or technical questions we’re asked about T Levels.
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Answer |
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Will we register T Level learners as we currently do, with a diploma in the first year and a certificate in the second year? |
No. T Levels are a two-year programme and requires just one registration. |
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What are the destinations and progression pathways for T Levels? |
T Level learners can progress onto further education or skilled employment. |
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Can content be covered and assessed during the placement? |
Although placements are likely to be taken throughout the T Level programme, learners won’t be assessed on any except their chosen occupational specialism. |
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What qualifications will learners receive? |
Learners will receive a Technical Qualification certificate and a T Level certificate. |
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Will employers mark their set project? |
No. NCFE assessors will mark the learner’s employer-set project. Employers are involved in designing the project and will consult on the results they expect from it, but they won’t mark it. |
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If learners only complete year 1, will they gain a qualification? |
No. However, learners who only complete year 1 will receive a transcript detailing where they got up to and what they achieved. |