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Our qualifications explained

We offer a range of qualifications to suit your learning style and career ambitions. We guarantee they're well regarded by employers and universities alike and are continually reviewed to give you the knowledge and skills to stand out from the crowd.

Access to Higher Education Diplomas The Access to Higher Education Diploma qualification prepares students aged 19 years and older for university-level study. It’s ideal for those who would like to progress their careers through higher education, but who left school without the qualifications needed to do so. With a blend of taught sessions and independent study, it can be combined with existing commitments. See pages 103-106 to find out more. completion, you could progress onto your chosen T Level, an apprenticeship, or into related employment. BTEC diplomas BTEC diplomas are specialist applied qualifications, built around specific industry standards and linked to skills required for employment. They’re well suited to those who want a more practical learning experience, while deciding whether they want to progress into employment or university level study. Assessment is undertaken through coursework and exams. We offer BTEC diploma qualifications at different levels. Check the table to the right and see the course pages for specific entry requirements. BTEC Level 2 diplomas These one-year courses combine practical and theoretical study. You'll gain a solid foundation of knowledge, ready to progress onto a BTEC Level 3 qualification.

A-levels A-levels are traditional academic

qualifications, ideal for students who enjoy classroom-based learning. We offer 14 A-level subjects at Hartpury. Our students study three A-levels each, with time outside their learning spent developing expertise through enrichment activities as part of our Hartpury College Certificate (pages 5-6). Explore our A-levels on pages 39-46. T Levels (new for 2024) T Levels are technical programmes designed in collaboration with employers to give you applied skills and knowledge within your subject area. You'll spend a large amount of time gaining first-hand experience of your chosen career in an industry placement. That’s in addition to the practical and classroom education you'll receive at Hartpury. You'll be well-prepared to enter a technical career or progress onto your dream university course.* Nationally, all BTECs and City and Guilds qualifications in Agriculture will become T Levels from 2024 onwards, followed by other subject areas in future years. Read more on pages 35-36 and explore our T Levels on pages 55-57. T Level Foundation Programme If you’re not quite ready for a T Level, our one-year foundation programme could be for you. You'll study a blend of modules to develop your specialist knowledge, gain hands-on expertise and study skills, focus on your personal development, and undertake work experience in industry. On successful

*Course and university dependent.