9 September 2026 - 24 June 2028 ( 600 hours, 72 weeks )
Chelsea CentreAre you a creative person looking to turn your passion for craft into a career? The T Level in Craft and Design is perfect for learners with a creative eye and interest in jewellery design. With 20% of your time spent on work placement and 80% learning hands-on skills and studying the creative industries, this course will prepare you for higher education, the workplace and beyond!
On successful completion of the course, you will achieve the following qualification: T Level Technical Qualification in Craft and Design [EDEXCEL]
This full time course will be 3 to 4 days a week in college at the Chelsea Centre for Creative Industries, with the remainder of the week being allocated to independent study The qualification consists of 4 areas, classroom-based work where you learn about the Creative Industries, an extended design project set by employers, workshop-based skills where you learn your chosen craft, and an extended work experience placement in the profession you have chosen to study.
4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Maths
This is a 2 year full time course, with the same workload as studying for 3 A levels. The core knowledge and understanding are assessed through an examination, and craft and design skills through assessed practical projects. You must be prepared for the attendance, self-study, and homework demands of the course. Like A levels, there are no tuition fees to study a T-level if you start before you are 19. Students who complete their T-level will receive an overall grade of pass, merit, distinction or distinction*. They will receive a nationally recognised certificate showing their overall grade and a breakdown of what they have achieved.
You will be provided with all materials needed to complete your course and additional materials can be purchased from the college. It would be an advantage if you have your own computer at home for independent study.
