V Levels
V Levels – Coming Soon
What are V levels?
Alongside A levels (the established academic route) and T Levels (the technical and occupational route that includes an industry placement), there will soon be a third option called V levels.
V levels will be new Level 3 qualifications that offer a vocational pathway for students who want to explore different sectors before deciding where to specialise.
This new pathway will replace the wide range of qualifications that are not A or T levels and enable students to study a range of areas.
Each V Level will be equivalent in size to one A level. This means students will be able to combine V Levels with A levels, creating a programme that reflects their interests and career ambitions.
The first V Levels will be available from September 2027 in Digital, Education and Early Years, and Finance and Accounting. More subjects will follow over time.
More information can be found on the Education Hub blog by the Department of Education here: New V levels and post-16 qualifications explained – The Education Hub
V Level in Education
V Level 3 in Education
The proposed offering is a V Level 3 in Education. This is a new course being released for 27/28.
The course is expected to cover the following topics:
- Health and safety and safeguarding
- Pedagogical approaches and learning
- Inclusion
- Reflective practice
- Assessment
- Positive relationships in education
- Using technology
Please note we are currently evaluating courses to ensure our offering is the best exam specification available for our students. More information from the Department of Education is expected late November.
V Level in Digital Systems
OCR V Level 3 Digital Systems
This is a new course being released for 2027/28 which focusses on Digital Systems. The format is expected to be similar to previous vocations courses:
- 2 Exam units
- 3 Non exam units
The course is expected to cover:
- Computer systems and security
- Communications
- Data Analytics
- Cybersecurity
- Digital systems and solutions