BTEC

Level

2-3

Length

2 years (full-time)

Course style

Classroom based/practical

Assessment

Written and practical assignments (some individual and some part of a team)

Key facts

BTECs qualifications combine practical and theoretical knowledge in a particular subject area and they are available at a range of levels. BTEC First qualifications are level 1-2 and can be studied alongside or instead of GCSEs. BTEC National qualifications are equivalent to other level 3.

Where can they lead?

BTEC First qualifications can lead students into a range of further study at level 3:

• A Levels (may also have some GCSE requirements)
• T Levels
• Advanced Apprenticeship
• BTEC National

BTEC National Courses can act as a stepping stone into:

• Higher National Certificates and Higher National Diploma
• Foundation and Honours Degree
• Higher and Degree Apprenticeships
• Employment