T levels

Anyone for T? Awareness of T Levels in England, published in November 2022, combines findings from the Unlocking talent report and the Engineering Brand Monitor and draws on reports from the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and National Foundation for Educational Research. Findings suggest that more needs to be done for students, parents and employers to raise awareness of T Levels. 

Findings suggest that more needs to be done both for students, parents and employers to raise awareness of T Levels. This is against the backdrop of an estimated shortfall of 43,500 industry placements, a key component for students looking to take up T Levels. 

Unlock tomorrow’s engineering and manufacturing talent, today – with T Level industry placements

T Levels are a post-16 technical qualification, designed in partnership with employers to help solve industry skills gaps, ensuring businesses like yours have access to a skilled, future workforce. With a unique combination of classroom learning and practical industry experience, T Level students are ready to meet the needs of the engineering and manufacturing sector.

A 45-day industry placement is a key part of the T Level qualification and hosting placements can benefit businesses by building a pipeline of high-calibre talent.  

Watch this video to learn more about how you can get involved and support the next generation of engineers and manufacturers.

EngineeringUK, together with Enginuity, Make UK and the Royal Academy of Engineering, proudly endorses Engineering and Manufacturing T Levels as a key solution to closing skills gaps and helping businesses find a high-quality pipeline of talent.

Find out more at employers.tlevels.gov.uk.