13 – 17 October 2025 marks national T Levels Week. With the new academic year underway, a new T Level subject in Marketing available, new students and new providers and employers on board, there’s a lot to celebrate!  

UVAC is pleased to support this initiative and encourages others to join in championing T Levels and the opportunities they create.

T Levels are two-year courses that young people can take following GCSEs. Broadly equivalent in size to 3 A levels and accruing UCAS points. T Levels are developed in collaboration with employers to ensure that students will be equipped with the skills they need. They offer a mixture of classroom learning and ‘on the job’ experience with at least 45 days spent on an industry placement with an employer. 

With a T Level, students can progress straight on to skilled work or higher study. T Levels can also provide a strong route into apprenticeships – over two thirds of T Level students who take up apprenticeships go straight into higher or degree-level apprenticeships 

Minister for Skills Jacqui Smith said: 

“T Levels are at the forefront of this government’s technical education offer. They are excellent qualifications based on employer-led standards and they break down barriers to opportunity, giving young people hands-on experience through industry placements. 

T Levels are also helping to build talented workforces – around a third of T Level students who progress into employment get jobs with their T Level Industry Placement employer. 

I’m delighted to champion T Levels Week as we ensure these qualifications continue to thrive through our Plan for Change. T Levels are growing year on year, with £28 million of additional investment this year for specialist equipment. I would encourage young people to consider taking a T Level – including the brand new Marketing T Level – as a fantastic route into a rewarding career.” 

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