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BTECs have earned their reputation as the world\u2019s most successful vocational learning\u00a0qualification, giving students a clear path into a profession and\/or career. It gives\u00a0students the knowledge and tools to to take responsibility for their own learning. BTEC develops the practical,\u00a0interpersonal and thinking skills essential for professional life.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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What is a BTEC?<\/h2>\n

BTECs\u00a0are work-related\u00a0qualifications\u00a0designed for study in a wide range of occupational areas from aeronautical engineering to horticulture. They are\u00a0equivalent to other qualifications such as the\u00a0GCSE\u00a0(levels 1 &\u00a02),\u00a0A Level\u00a0(level 3) and university degrees (levels 4 – 7).<\/span><\/p>\n

They offer a mixture of theoretical\u00a0and practical work, which are suitable for a wide range of students. The provide students with a practical, real-world approach to learning without forgoing\u00a0essential theory.\u00a0BTEC qualification holders can then progress into the\u00a0labour market, or onto university, or more advanced vocational courses.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why take a BTEC?<\/h2>\n

There are plenty of reasons why a BTEC<\/a> is a good qualification.<\/p>\n

Firstly,\u00a0BTECs enjoy a good reputation and are recognised by schools, colleges, universities, employers and professional bodies throughout the globe.<\/p>\n

Secondly, they are developed by key industry representatives and sector skills councils together, so that they\u00a0meet the needs of employers and learners alike. Moreover, this means that BTEC content is up-to-date and current with key industry changes.<\/p>\n

Thirdly, if you are not a fan of exams and find their pressure makes you under-perform, a BTEC allows you to\u00a0take a number of units in which you will present evidence, based on real-life work experience and studies. Therefore, you will be able to showcase your skills and knowledge through a practical situation rather than stressing away in an exam hall.<\/p>\n

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How are BTEC qualifications organised?<\/h2>\n
BTEC qualifications are available in <\/span>7 levels<\/strong> ranging from BTEC Introductory Diplomas and Certificates to BTEC Advanced Diplomas, Certificates and Awards.<\/span><\/div>\n

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BTEC Levels<\/h3>\n<\/th>\n

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Title & Small Description<\/h3>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n

Level 1<\/em><\/a><\/td>\nBTEC\u00a0Introductory Diplomas & Certificates.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Level 2<\/em><\/a><\/td>\nBTEC First Diplomas & Certificates<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n
Level 3<\/em><\/a><\/td>\nBTEC Diplomas, Certificates & Awards, & BTEC Nationals<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Level 4<\/em><\/a><\/td>\nBTEC Professional Diplomas, Certificates & Awards<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Level 5<\/em><\/a><\/td>\nBTEC Professional Diplomas, Certificates & Awards<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Level 6<\/em><\/a><\/td>\nBTEC Advanced Professional Diplomas, Certificates & Awards<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Level 7<\/em><\/a><\/td>\nBTEC Advanced Professional Diplomas, Certificates & Awards<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tfoot>\n<\/table>\n

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The Infographic to the right gives you a visual representation of the different BTEC levels and what they entail.\u00a0(If you would like to share it in your own blog or site you will find the code at the end of the article)<\/em><\/p>\n

Within each level BTECs can vary between 3 sizes<\/strong>, taking into account how long it will take to complete. Generally:<\/p>\n

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  1. The smallest is the\u00a0Award<\/strong>\u00a0(1 to 12 credits),<\/li>\n
  2. \u00a0Followed by\u00a0the\u00a0Certificate<\/strong>\u00a0(13 to 36 credits),<\/li>\n
  3. And the largest is the\u00a0Diploma<\/strong>\u00a0(37 credits or more)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    A\u00a0credit is equal to approximately 10 hours of learning.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Each\u00a0<\/span>BTEC size and level\u00a0is\u00a0<\/span>made\u00a0up of a number of <\/span>units<\/strong>. The number of units varies according to the design and focus of each qualification, and all students complete work-experience based assignments, which are internally assessed. Thus, allowing students to\u00a0<\/span>demonstrate\u00a0their\u00a0knowledge and skill via a practical situation.\u00a0Unit results are graded as\u00a0Pass, Merit or Distinction.<\/span><\/p>\n

    EdExcel <\/a>makes sure that each centre follows certain quality assurance procedures and decides how a student’s work is assessed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    How many UCAS points is a BTEC worth?<\/h2>\n

    Level 3\u00a0BTEC Nationals \u00a0are designed for students looking to progress into higher education. BTEC Nationals are equivalent to A levels and will earn you UCAS points.<\/p>\n

    The following table shows you how many UCAS points you can earn with a Distinction (D), Merit (M) and Pass (P) grade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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    UCAS points<\/h3>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n

    Diploma<\/em><\/th>\nCertificate<\/em><\/th>\nAward<\/em><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    DDD<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n360<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    DDM<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n320<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    DMM<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n280<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    MMM<\/td>\nDD<\/td>\n<\/td>\n240<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    MMP<\/td>\nDM<\/td>\n<\/td>\n200<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    MPP<\/td>\nMM<\/td>\n<\/td>\n160<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    PPP<\/td>\nMP<\/td>\nD<\/td>\n120<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    <\/td>\nPP<\/td>\nM<\/td>\n80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    <\/td>\n<\/td>\nP<\/td>\n40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

    If you still some more information about how BTECs are broken down into UCAS points we recommend you to visit the UCAS Tariff page<\/a>\u00a0for a more detailed overview.<\/p>\n

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