V Levels

Overview

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New Level 3 vocational qualifications launching in selected subjects from 2027.

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What are V Levels

Designed to sit alongside A levels and T Levels, they simplify the current qualification landscape and provide learners with flexible, future-focused options.

Why V Levels matter

Broaden opportunities: Help students explore sectors by putting work-relevant skills into practice.
Applied and rigorous: Proposed to be the same size as A levels, covering essential sector knowledge and skills.
Flexible combinations: Students can take V Levels alongside other V Levels, A levels or Level 2 English and Maths.
Clear progression routes: Content linked to occupational standards to support higher education, apprenticeships, and employment.

Pearson’s commitment

With over 40 years of expertise in vocational and technical education, Pearson will design our V Levels to be relevant, authentic, and meet employer needs—giving you confidence in what you deliver.

When will V Levels be available?

V Levels will be introduced in phases, with providers expected to transition over 4 years.

Refer to your Guide to Funding and Support

Our first three V Levels are in development for first teach in September 2027. They are in:

Accounting and Finance

Digital Systems and Data

Education

Timeline

Date	Tranche	Subjects
2027 - 2028	1	Accounting and Finance Digital Systems and Data Education
2028-2029	2	Applied Research and Technology (NEW – Sector area TBC) Construction Design Engineering Design Health Healthcare and Clinical Technologies (NEW – Sector area TBC) Legal Services Leisure, Exercise and Sport Management, Procurement and Supply Chains Marketing and Retail Social Care
2029-2030	3	Agriculture and Land Management Animal Care and Management Protective Services
2030-2031	4	Art and Performing Arts Creative, Media and Design Travel and Tourism

Until V Levels are introduced in your subject area, BTECs (including new AAQs in some subjects) remain available and approved for delivery.

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Current curriculum options

BTEC Nationals

BTEC Nationals are level 3 vocational qualifications that provide specialist, work-related learning across a range of sectors

T Levels

T Levels are two-year courses developed in collaboration with employers and businesses.

A Levels

Pearson Edexcel A levels give students the chance to develop intellectually as they explore a subject in great depth.

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