Wilmington Academy Post 16 Subject Directory

T-Levels at Wilmington Academy: Creating the workforce of tomorrow

T-Levels are a new type of course which have been developed in collaboration with employers, providing a balance of classroom learning and real-world experience following completion of GCSEs. One T-Level runs for 2 years and is equivalent to three A-Levels.

T-Levels are a technical option designed to meet the needs of industry and prepare students aged 16-19 for work, future training or study. Depending on their T-Level of choice, students will find that 80% of their time is spent onsite at their academy in either a classroom, laboratory or workshop environment gaining the skills that employers need. The other 20% of their time will be spent gaining meaningful on-the-job experience through an industry placement where they can put these skills into action.

For students T-Levels provide valuable experience in the workplace. For employers T-Levels provide an opportunity to see and support new talent within their industry first-hand.

Our prospectus describes some very exciting opportunities for post-16 students and we invite you to make contact with our academies to explore what we have to offer.

How are T-Levels different from Apprenticeships or A Levels?

Although T-Levels may seem similar to apprenticeships, they do differ quite significantly. If a student chooses to become an apprentice they will typically focus on learning a particular role, and will spend 80% of their time in the workplace and 20% in the classroom – the exact reverse of a T-Level. An apprentice is employed, and will be paid for their time at work whereas the majority of T-Level placements will be unpaid.

A-Levels are an academic option which typically leads on to further study at university or college. Similar in style to GCSEs, A-Levels are entirely classroom based.

EQUIVALENT TO 3 A LEVELS

T Levels are an alternative to A levels, apprenticeships and other 16 to 19 courses. Equivalent in size to 3 A levels, a T Level focuses on vocational skills and can help students into skilled employment, higher study or apprenticeships.

A 45-DAY INDUSTRY PLACEMENT

Each T Level includes an in-depth industry placement that lasts at least 45 days. Students get valuable experience in the workplace; employers get early sight of the new talent in their industry.

80% CLASSROOM, 20% WORK

T Level students spend 80% of the course in their learning environment, gaining the skills that employers need. The other 20% is a meaningful industry placement, where they put these skills into action.