T Level Courses

AN EXCITING NEW PATHWAY

You now have a new study option after you’ve completed your GCSEs: welcome to the world of T Levels. A T Level is a two-year qualification which brings together classroom learning and an extended industry placement on a programme designed in partnership with businesses. You’ll spend 80% of your time in the classroom and 20% with an employer to gain valuable industry insights.

Equivalent to three A-levels, a T Level equips you with the knowledge and experience you need to get straight into employment, an apprenticeship or higher education. The “T” stands for ‘technical’ and your studies will include core theory, concepts and skills for a specific industry area.

WHY CHOOSE A T LEVEL?

They’ve been developed with over 200 top-name employers to give you the skills and knowledge you need.

You’ll spend at least 45 days on industry placement to experience what a real career is like while you study.

On passing your T Level, you’ll receive a nationally recognised certificate to help you move into skilled employment or a higher apprenticeship.

Your qualification also carries UCAS points — a T Level Distinction* is equivalent to three A-levels at A* grade.

T Level Students at Derby College Group

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T LEVELS AT DCG

We’re among the first colleges selected by the government to launch T Level qualifications as a high-quality technical alternative to A-levels and apprenticeships.

We were chosen because of our strong partnerships with employers and our track record in work experience, problem-based learning and work-related projects.

WHAT’S ON OFFER?

We offer a selection of T Levels including:

Construction: Design, Surveying and Planning – understand how the construction industry works, the principles of design, and the role of technology and sustainability. You can specialise in areas such as civil engineering, building services design, hazardous material analysis and surveying.

Digital Production, Design and Development – explore data and digital systems, software and business interaction, security, testing, and planning. Develop skills in user experience and digital design.

Education and Childcare – cover child development, education systems, safeguarding, and special educational needs. Choose from specialisms such as early years education, assisting teaching, or mentoring.

Management and Administration – the Team Leadership/Management pathway gives you real workplace experience and core studies in business, people management, finance, quality, and project management.

More T Levels will be introduced over time, covering up to 25 subjects in total.