Did You Know?
ITV Yorkshire, Channel 4, and Warners Group are all based in Leeds.
Key Information
Qualification
T Level
Duration
Two Year Course - Equivalent to three A-levels
Examination Board
Edexcel
"With a blend of workplace, practical and teacher led study, this course will allow you to attain the vital skills and knowledge that employers will be looking for" - Andy Lee, Head of Media
Key Employability Skills | ||
Commercial Awareness | Reliability | Creativity |
Qualification
T Level
Assessment
70% Internal Assessment, 30% Exam and a 45-Day Placement
Year 1
- Includes core exams (60%) and Employer Set Project (40%) - all externally set and marked
Year 2
- Occupational Specialism Project (100%) - portfolio of evidence which is internally marked and externally moderated
- Industry Placement - pass or fail, 315-hours over approximately 9 weeks/45-days
What are T Levels?
Notre Dame has been selected as one of the first providers of the new T Level qualifications starting from September 2020. T Levels will follow GCSEs and will be equivalent to 3 A Levels. These 2-year courses have been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses so that the content meets the needs of the industry and prepares students for work.
What do I need to study this course?
You will need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including GCSE English Language and GCSE Maths.
What will I study?
The T Level will help students develop an understanding of a broad range of issues relevant to the sector, including:
- The creative economy
- The individual in the creative industries
- Cultural context and vocabulary
- Audience and consumer needs
In addition to the core units, each student will also complete an occupation-specific module, focusing on content creation and production. As part of this course, you will also complete an extensive industry placement and an employer-set project.
What next?
After gaining a T Level qualification you can progress to university or start your professional career. The Media, Broadcast and Production T Level will give students a route into a variety of careers within the sector.