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What are T-levels and what are the grades worth?

What are T-levels and what are the grades worth?
BBC Education Wednesday 12 August 2026, 13:18 UTC 1 min read
Key Points

T-levels are equivalent to three A-levels, and focus on practical rather than academic subjects.

T-levels are equivalent to three A-levels, and focus on practical rather than academic subjects.
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