Post-16 Pathways in Nottingham
A-levels, T-levels, BTECs and Access to Higher Education
After Year 11, you can study at sixth form or college. Click below to find out more about the qualifications you can study and where to study them.
Colleges and Sixth Forms in Nottingham
A-levels are Level 3 qualifications which develop your knowledge of a specific subject. A-levels are normally taught in a classroom and are assessed by exams and coursework.
A-levels are two years long and once you finish, you will be ready to apply for a high-level apprenticeship or university course.
If you are interested in specific subjects, or want to go to university, A-levels might be for you.
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A T-level is a Level 3 qualification which is equivalent to three A-levels. T-levels have been designed to prepare you for employment in a specific industry.
In a T-level, you will spend 80% of your time learning in the classroom, and 20% in an industry placement. T-levels are two years long and once you finish, you will be ready to enter the workforce, apply for a high-level apprenticeship or start university.
If you are interested in a specific industry and want to get hands-on experience, T-levels might be for you.
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BTECS are vocational qualifications which focus on developing practical skills. They are mainly assessed through coursework and practicals. You can study BTECs at Level 1, 2 and 3.
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Access to Higher Education Diplomas are Level 3 qualifications for adults over 19. They generally follow a more flexible structure, and are designed to support adults who did not complete A-levels or T-levels to access university.
Click HERE for more information about Access to Higher Education Diplomas.
Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships are training programmes where you learn
while working for an employer. You are paid a wage and holiday pay like any other employee of the company, but you also spend around 1 day a week studying.
Apprenticeships are practical and you will be in the
workplace most of the time. They can range from 6 months to 2 years.
The Gov UK website is a great tool to find apprenticeship opportunities suitable for you. Click HERE to browse apprenticeships near you.
Speak to your coach for more support or advice on how to apply!
Getting into work
If you are looking for paid work area, look at our Job Opportunities page to see live vacancies in your area.