V Levels are a new type of Level 3 qualification being introduced from 2027. They offer a vocational route for students who want to explore a career area while keeping their options open.

Equivalent in size to one A Level, V Levels can be combined with A Levels to create a Study Programme that matches your interests, strengths and future career goals. 

V Levels bridge the gap between academic theory and workplace training, offering a middle ground between the highly academic A Levels and the fully technical T Levels. 

Unlike T Levels, they do not require a mandatory 45-day industry placement and do not focus on a single specific occupation, allowing students to keep their options open for university or work.

The first V Levels will be available from September 2027 in Digital & Data and Finance & Accounting. More subjects will follow over time.

Visit our Course Explorer and search for A Levels to discover more about the V Level options.