Student Stories
Hear directly from students who are taking their T Levels about why you should take the next step.
With the option to go on to employment, higher education or apprenticeships, it’s easy to see how T Levels can give you a head start towards the future you want.
Students going into employment
The Education & Early Years T Level gave me a good mix between working and learning which by the end of the course, has made me ‘work ready’, leading to securing a permanent role with my industry placement provider, Tiddlywinks.
I would describe the role as very rewarding, and I continue to apply the skills I gained in college such as day-to-day planning, safeguarding and meeting the special educational needs (SEN) of children in my care.
Evie Floyd
Education & Early Years T Level | York College
I have really enjoyed my course - my favourite unit was building my own small business. This gave me the opportunity to actually see how business owners operate and how much work goes into it.
The teaching is brilliant and I always felt I could talk to all my teachers about anything. The college has a really welcoming and comfortable environment.
Jake England
Management and Administration T Level | Strode College
Jake is seeking employment as a Financial Investor with the Department of International Trade
Students going into an apprenticeship
I’m going to do a degree apprenticeship with Gallagher Group as I always knew from a young age that I wanted to work in the construction industry.
My placement went above and beyond to make sure I got value out of what I was doing and could develop my knowledge. It helped me to overcome questions and give me skills I didn’t know I needed. It opened my eyes to the different routes I can take in my career.
I would recommend doing a T Level if you want a practical job to go with your college based learning.
Sydney Miller
Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction T Level | Midkent College
I was always interested in computer science and software engineering and I knew the 45 day industry placement would help improve my skills. I highly recommend it to other students and I am going onto to a degree apprenticeship at Lloyds Banking Group.
My placement taught me the software development cycle and how to run projects as the opportunity to go to events like the cybersecurity conference.
Jelani Cunningham
Digital Production, Design and Development T Level | La Retraite
Students going into higher education
I really enjoyed the practical side of the T Level, from ward days to placement it provides you with a good understanding of the healthcare sector.
As well as building on skills and continually having opportunities to develop to be the best I can and try out some areas I never have before such as Mental Health nursing from a skilled team of teachers.
I’m going to study a Masters at Edge Hill University with the aim of becoming a critical care paramedic.
Harry Benham
Health T Level | Havant and South Downs College
I chose this qualification because it offered a perfect blend of college learning and hands-on experience through the placement where the opportunities have been invaluable working with various professionals, including a SENCO, Occupational Therapist, and Physical Therapist.
I’m going on to study Early Childhood Studies at Staffordshire University to further expand my knowledge and understanding as in the future, I aspire to work with UNICEF, helping children worldwide.
Saman Kaur
Education & Early Years T Level | Sandwell College
