BTECs
BTECs are high-quality, career-focused qualifications grounded in the real world of work. This means BTEC learners develop and apply the knowledge, skills and behaviours that employers and universities are looking for.
Why study a BTEC?
BTEC qualifications are flexible – you can take one alongside (or instead of) GCSEs and A levels in schools and colleges. They’re also usually studied full-time, either in college or jointly between a school and a college. BTECs are divided into units, which cover specific areas of knowledge, skills, and understanding required by the particular sector or industry.
Core Units
Every BTEC student takes the core units, which provide a broad foundation and understanding about the sector.
Optional units
There is a range of optional units to choose from which enable students to focus on particular interests and plans they have for next steps into further study, an apprenticeship, or employment.
Assignments
The course involves a series of assignments which can be written or activity-based, for example creating a film clip, planning and putting on a performance, or creating a business plan.
Work Experience
Students complete some assignments individually and some as part of a team. For some BTEC courses, students can also apply their knowledge and skills through work experience.
Assessment
BTECs are assessed through a combination of exams, coursework, projects, and sometimes placements.
BTEC courses
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