Brand New: T-Levels at Notre Dame

WHAT IS A T-LEVEL 

Notre Dame was selected as one of the first providers in the UK to offer the brand new T-Level qualifications starting from September 2020. T-Levels follow GCSEs and are equivalent to three A Levels. They will combine classroom theory, practical learning, and a 315 hours industry placement to make sure students have real experience of the workplace. The two-year T-Level courses have been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses so that they meet the needs of the industry and prepare students for work. T-Levels provide the skills, knowledge, and experience you need to open the door to highly skilled employment, higher-level study, or an apprenticeship. 

WHY STUDY A T-LEVEL?

T Levels are ideal if you have completed your GCSEs and want to get into a skilled job. T Levels will enable you to build the knowledge and experience to help you get the job you want. Unlike a traditional A-level, around 80% of your time will be spent in the classroom with the remaining 20% being spent on placement. This differs from an apprenticeship, which is typically 80% on-the-job and 20% in the classroom.

WHAT T-LEVELS DO YOU OFFER?

We currently offer two T-Levels in Digital and Health. The subject areas are:

• Digital Production, Design and Development 
• Health

HOW IS A T-LEVEL DIFFERENT FROM AN APPRENTICESHIP? 

A T Level will give you the opportunity to continue your studies and get a much broader idea of what it’s like to work in a certain sector, with the opportunity to specialise later. Apprenticeships are work-based training for those who know what occupation they wish to pursue.

WHAT NEXT?

T Levels will prepare you to progress into a skilled job, but you can also choose to take further technical training, such as a higher apprenticeship or degree, if you don’t want to move straight into employment.