How many credits is a BTEC Level 2?

A learner completing a 30-credit Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate achieves the points required to gain a merit qualification grade. A learner completing a 60-credit Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Diploma achieves the points required to gain a merit qualification grade.

Is a Level 2 BTEC a diploma?

The BTEC First Diploma is a vocational qualification at Level 2. It is the equivalent of 4 GCSE grades A*-C. The course is available from Edexcel and is in many different subjects. This qualification is mainly studied at further education colleges.

Can you go to university with a BTEC Level 2?

Can students with a BTEC still go to university? Phil: “Yes, students with BTECs are able to apply to university (although they need to be level 3, i.e. A-Level equivalent).

Can I get into uni with BTEC Level 2?

Phil: “Yes, students with BTECs are able to apply to university (although they need to be level 3, i.e. A-Level equivalent). Students should make sure the university accepts BTECs and check whether they need to combine their BTEC with at least one A-Level.

Is a BTEC Level 2 equivalent to a GCSE?

The qualifications are fully recognised as holding equivalences to GCSEs. For example, a Level 2 BTEC First Diploma is worth the equivalent of 4 GCSEs grade A*-C. This means a student can do a Level 2 BTEC First independently alongside GCSEs, or work towards them both in the same subject area.

Is a BTEC Level 2 equivalent to GCSEs?

How many GCSEs is A-Level 2 BTEC worth?

4 GCSEs
The qualifications are fully recognised as holding equivalences to GCSEs. For example, a Level 2 BTEC First Diploma is worth the equivalent of 4 GCSEs grade A*-C. This means a student can do a Level 2 BTEC First independently alongside GCSEs, or work towards them both in the same subject area.

What can I do with A-Level 2 BTEC?

The different types of BTEC BTEC Firsts are available from entry level to Level 2 (similar standard to GCSEs). These offer an introduction to work in a vocational sector. Combined with other qualifications, these can enable you to go on to further study, to an apprenticeship, or into employment.