T Levels are a 2-year qualification designed to give you a head start towards the career you want.
These qualifications are an alternative to A Levels, apprenticeships and other 16-19 courses.
T Levels
T Levels Week – Catching up with our T Level students
30 October 2023
We caught up with some of our students to find out what they are enjoy most about their T Level course.
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Equivalent to 3 A Levels
A T Level focuses on vocational skills and can help students into skilled employment, higher study or apprenticeships.
With T Levels and A Levels equally recognised by universities, employers and other organisations, the choice of which route to take is up to you.
For example, achieving a Distinction* in your T Level is equivalent to achieving three A*s at A Level – both worth a total of 168 UCAS Tariff points.
“I’m excited to move in to the next year of my T Level, the workload has been really high but as long as you keep on top of it, then it’s okay.
I did my work experience at a lettings agency which was really fun, I liked being able to go to property viewings and imagining when a house is fully furnished and staged.
Being at College has really helped me mature and become more confident.”
Remi
T Level Accounting
Health Students Get to Grips with Skills Within the NHS
Hear from Grace Shoubridge and Georgina Moore as they share their experience, having completed valuable work placements with the NHS as part of their T Level in Health.
Students Explore the Business Functions with the NHS
Izzy Davis and Lexi Hopkins completed work placements with the NHS as part of their T Level in Management and Administration.
They spoke to us about what they got up to and how the business functions help to support the wider organisation.
Future Engineers Partner with Severn Trent to Develop 3D Model of Water Treatment Plant
27 September 2024
This September, future engineers from EKC Canterbury College have been collaborating with Severn Trent on a specialist project.
“During my work placements, I’ve been able to create activities for children, including a transport inspired playset. I’ve used it when working with children and they really enjoy it. I know that it works to help them develop, so it made sense to make it again in this year’s KFE4Skills competition, where I won a gold medal.”
Sophie Kelleher
T Level Education and Childcare
80% Classroom, 20% Workplace
You will spend 80% of your time in a learning environment, gaining the skills employers look for. The other 20% of the time, you will be involved in a meaningful industry placement, where you can put your skills into practice.
The placement is a fantastic opportunity to put into practice the things you have learnt, to further develop your skills and knowledge, and to try out a potential career path.
45-day Industry Placement
Take part in an in-depth industry placement that gives you valuable experience in the workplace.
Every T Level will include an industry placement with an employer, focused on developing the practical and technical skills required for your future. These will last a minimum of 315 hours (approximately 45 days) but can last longer.
315 hours
of Work Placement
Continue learning on the job as you take part in relevant work experience, ensuring you develop the skills employers in the industry are looking for.
Up to 168
UCAS Points
T Levels are worth UCAS tariff points equivalent to three A Levels meaning you could achieve up to 168 points, depending on your final grade.
93%
Employer Feedback
The majority of employers who have provided work placements report that T Level students are well-prepared for the workplace.
Careers you can get into with T Level Design, Surveying and Planning
8 August 2024
A T Level in Design, Surveying, and Planning can open exciting opportunities. Here's a closer look at some of the industries you could explore.
How you apply for a course at Canterbury College
Step 1 – Find a subject you’re interested in
Explore our subject areas, and see which of our courses is right for you.
Step 2 – Apply
Apply for your chosen course via our website.
Step 3 – Come to an Applicant Day
Book your Applicant Day, and come along to College to see if our course is right for you.
What our T Level Alumni Have to Say
“I came to College from a small Specialist School where there were only five students in a class, so it was a big adjustment. But now I am so much more comfortable and confident in larger groups and enjoy helping people.
I feel like I have learnt a lot of skills making me ready for work so the commitment and hard work definitely pays off in the end.”
Connor
T Level Accounting
“I did my work experience with Kent Cricket which I really enjoyed. I’m moving in to my second year of my T Level in September which is really exciting. Once I have finished this, I want to get an Apprenticeship so that I can continue to get more skills and earn money.
If you are thinking of doing a T Level, don’t worry! You will be able to do it and you will meet some people along the way that will be able to help you.”
Georgia
T Level Accounting
” I especially enjoyed my industry placement at Kent County Council, where I got to experience what it’s really like working in management and business administration.
The experience pushed me out of my comfort zone, encouraged me to be curious, and ask lots of questions. Thanks to my placements, I’ve become so much more confident, and now I’m ready to take the next step and pursue law.”
Nathan
T Level in Business and Management
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