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T level Science

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Advanced Level 3 (Equivalent to 3 A-Levels)

Awarding Body: Pearson

Study T Level Science

The T Level in Science is an ambitious, cutting-edge qualification designed in collaboration with leading employers to prepare you directly for a career in the scientific sector. Combining classroom theory, high-level laboratory practicals, and a substantial industry placement, this course bridges the gap between academic study and real-world workplace application. You will develop an in-depth understanding of essential scientific concepts across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, whilst mastering the standard operating procedures, data management protocols, and health and safety regulations demanded by modern laboratories.

Lessons involve technical laboratory work, scientific problem-solving, and practical applications that reflect current industry standards. Alongside your college studies, you will complete an extensive 45-day industry placement with an external employer, giving you direct professional experience. This qualification provides an ideal springboard whether your ambition is to progress to a scientific degree at university, secure a higher or degree apprenticeship, or step straight into skilled employment.

Entry Requirements

6 GCSEs grades 4-9, including grade 5 in Maths and grade 5 in English Language, plus double 55 in Science.

Content

The qualification is structured into two mandatory components (Core Component and Occupational Specialism), alongside the industry placement:

  1. Core Component (50% of qualification):
    • Core Biology Concepts: Cells and tissues, biological molecules, enzymes and protein structure, DNA/RNA, the cell cycle, transport mechanisms, cellular respiration, pathogens, and immunology.
    • Core Chemistry Concepts: Materials and chemical properties, rates of reaction and energy changes, chemical kinetics, acids/bases, chemical analysis, and formulae and equations.
    • Core Physics Concepts: Particles and radiation, electricity, magnetism and electromagnetism, waves, gas laws, pressure/fluids/viscosity, and SI units.
    • The Science Sector (Synoptic): Working in the science sector, commercial drivers, ethics, policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality systems, and good scientific practice.
  2. Occupational Specialisms (50% of qualification):
    • Laboratory Sciences: Designing and executing scientific tasks, collecting experimental data adhering to regulatory and safety standards, reviewing and presenting data, and continuously evaluating and improving laboratory tasks.
  3. Industry Placement:
    • A minimum of 315 hours of real-world experience working directly with an employer.

Assessment

Assessment is balanced across written theory papers, an externally set employer project, and an extensive practical specialism project.

  • Core Assessments (50% of total T Level):
    • Core Paper 1: Chemistry – Written exam (18.3% of core).
    • Core Paper 2: Biology – Written exam (23.4% of core).
    • Core Paper 3: Physics – Written exam (18.3% of core).
    • Employer Set Project (ESP): Externally assessed project (40% of core). Covers synoptic core skills including project management, researching, teamwork, creativity, problem solving, communication, and reflective evaluation.

 

  • Occupational Specialism Assessment (50% of total T Level):
    • Laboratory Sciences: Externally set synoptic project. Assessed externally, with practical tasks centre-assessed and moderated by Pearson.

 

  • Grading Structure:
    • Core & ESP are graded A*–E (or U).
    • Occupational Specialisms are graded Pass, Merit, Distinction (or U).
    • The overall T Level is awarded as Pass, Merit, Distinction, or Distinction*.

Extra Curricular

The department provides access to a range of scientific journals, revision guides, and study aids to help improve your understanding and exam performance. Students have the opportunity to take part in various workshops, Olympiads and practical sessions to gain confidence and apply their knowledge.

Department Staff

Our team of experienced teachers, such as Dr. Singh, bring a wealth of academic and industry knowledge across all scientific disciplines. Lessons are varied and interactive, balancing formal theory teaching with intensive practical workshops in our specialist science laboratories.

Workshops are held regularly in the labs, providing dedicated one-to-one consultation time with staff to support assignment development, refine complex practical techniques, and master exam preparation.

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