What is a BTEC award equivalent to?

BTEC Firsts are Level 2 qualifications, equivalent to GCSE level study. BTEC Nationals are Level 3 qualifications, the same standard as A-level study. BTEC Higher Nationals are Level 4/5 study, the same level as the first two years of degree study. Sixth form colleges are most likely to offer BTEC Nationals.

What qualification is a BTEC the equivalent of?

Additionally, a BTEC Subsidiary Diploma counts the same as one A-level, a BTEC Diploma is equivalent to two A-levels, while a BTEC Extended Diploma counts for three A-levels, so you can usually study a mix (either of BTECs or BTECs and A-levels) which suits you.

What is the BTEC Tech Award equivalent to?

BTEC Tech awards:

Equivalent to grades 4-9 (level 2 pass) Or grade 1-3 (level 1 Pass) if the level 2 is not quite achieved.

What is a BTEC compared to a level?

A-levels are more academic and classroom-based, while Btecs are more vocational and practical. A-levels give you a broader academic base if you're not totally sure what you want to do later, while Btecs are more focused on a particular career path.

Is BTEC sport equivalent to A level?

The BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Sport is equivalent to one A Level and can be taken alongside two other A Level courses. This means you can choose to study three different subjects whereas with the BTEC Extended Diploma you would study one subject.

Misconceptions about BTEC qualifications

What are the disadvantages of BTEC?

What is A-level 2 BTEC award equivalent to?

The qualifications are fully recognised as holding equivalences to GCSEs. For example, a Level 2 BTEC First Diploma is worth the equivalent of 4 GCSEs grade A*-C. This means a student can do a Level 2 BTEC First independently alongside GCSEs, or work towards them both in the same subject area.

Is BTEC as hard as A-level?

Are BTECs easier than A-levels? Don't choose a BTEC expecting an easy life. The top grade – D* – is treated as equivalent to an A* at A-level and the lowest grade – P – is equivalent to an E (a pass at A level). You'll also have to work very steadily throughout your course due to the continuous assessment methods.

Are BTEC qualifications any good?

A BTEC National qualification is prized by employers, universities and colleges, and you can choose a course from more than 25 sectors, with plenty of options. BTECs are made up of units that cover certain topics based on the industry and subject you are studying.

Is BTEC a degree or diploma?

There are three main types of BTEC: BTEC Firsts - up to Level 2 (equivalent to GCSE standard). BTEC National diplomas - from Level 3 (a similar standard to having studied three A-levels or a T Level). BTEC Apprenticeships - from Levels 2 to 5 (higher apprenticeship standard).

Is the BTEC award or certificate?

The different levels of BTEC: BTECs come in three different 'sizes', the Diploma, the Certificate and the Award. The Award is the smallest, and the Diploma is the largest, with the Certificate sitting in the middle. The 'size' of the qualification relates to how in depth it is and how long it takes to study.

What is a BTEC Level 3 award equivalent to?

BTEC level 3 courses are the same level as A levels, are more vocationally focused than A levels, and include real-life practical tasks and work experiences.

Is a BTEC Tech Award equivalent to a GCSE?

Comparing our qualifications

Our BTEC Firsts and new BTEC Tech Awards are designed to be of a similar level of demand to GCSEs, whereas our BTEC Nationals are designed to be of a similar level of demand to A levels.

Does Oxford accept BTEC?

The University of Oxford will accept Btecs alongside A-levels, depending on the course.

What is the highest BTEC level?

The highest-grade being Distinction star and the lowest grade Pass. * For BTEC, see BTEC qualifications. A* to E = Grade A* is the highest grade and E is the lowest grade. A grade 'U' may be awarded, this is where the paper or overall grade has been considered ungradable.

What is the point of BTEC?

BTECs are designed for young people interested in a particular sector or industry but who are not yet sure what job they'd like to do. You could study a BTEC at Level 2 or 3, either alongside academic qualifications or as part of a wider programme (such as an apprenticeship).

What does D * mean in BTEC?

Distinction* (D*) – equivalent in the Ucas tariff to an A* at A-level. Distinction (D) – equivalent to an A. Merit (M) – equivalent to a C. Pass (P) – equivalent to an E. Near pass (N) – this grade is available on most Btec Nationals.

What are the benefits of doing a BTEC?

BTECs prepare students for employment; courses can develop a student's employability skills as they offer the experience of real-life practical tasks and work placements.

Do universities accept BTEC?

Most universities accept BTECs for most of their courses. This includes most competitive Russell Group universities, like the University of Exeter. Please note: some courses may require a specific A level in addition to your BTEC. Others may require specific BTEC units.

Is it possible to fail a BTEC?

If a student fails the exam component they will usually fail the whole BTEC qualification, regardless of how well they have done in the other coursework components.

What happens if you fail BTEC?

Learners are permitted to resit the external assessment once. This equates to TWO attempts in total - Qualification registration fees cover the first 3 entries made for any assessments (these can be either first sittings or retakes). Any further assessment entries will be charged an additional entry fee.

Does a BTEC count as 2 GCSEs?

Students are graded with a Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction*. Each of our BTEC courses are equivalent to one GCSE.

What is the highest grade in BTEC Level 2?

Based on your overall score, you'll be awarded a Pass (P), Merit (M), Distinction (D) or Starred Distinction (D*), with these grades being ordered from the lowest to highest.

Is A-level 2 diploma the same as a BTEC?

Level 2 Certificate/Diploma

The Level 2 BTEC Extended Certificate/Diplomas are equal to three/four GCSEs at grade 4-9 when completed successfully. This one-year course is offered in a range of vocational areas and combines both practical and theoretical study.