T Level in Laboratory Science (16 – 18) — Full-time

If you are looking for a career as a laboratory technician, this new T Level which combines classroom-based learning with hands-on industry experience could be for you.

A T Level is a nationally-recognised qualification that is worth the same number of UCAS points as 3 A levels and is accepted by universities. It is an examination-based qualification with a placement element.

You will develop a general understanding of health and science, including:

• Working within the health and science sector
• Health, safety and environmental regulations
• Managing information and data
• Principles of good scientific and clinical practice
• Core science concepts including the structure of cells, tissues and large molecules, genetics, microbiology and immunology

You will also learn about topics specific to science:

• Understanding the science sector
• Further science knowledge, including cell cycle and cellular respiration, enzyme and protein structure, pathogens, classification of biological materials, kinetic changes and relevant analytical techniques
• Scientific methodology
• Experimental equipment and techniques
• Ethics of science

In addition to the core content, you will study the following specialism in technical science:

• Laboratory sciences

The T Level includes a minimum of nine weeks working with an employer on an industry placement.