Career-focused British Qualifications
What are Pearson BTEC Qualifications?
Below is a visual guide showing BTEC pathways and progression, including their equivalency in the MENAT region.
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Which BTEC qualification is right for you?
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BTEC International Level 1 & 2
BTEC International Level 2 offers learners aged 14 and above the knowledge, understanding and skills that they need to prepare for a career or continue in further education. These flexible modular courses will fit easily into your existing curriculum and cover a range of sectors for young learners who want to explore a work-related qualification.
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BTEC International Level 3
BTEC International Level 3 offers learners aged 16 and above the knowledge, understanding and skills that they need to prepare for a career, continue in further education, or progress to higher education. These courses are recognised by many universities and Higher Education Institutes worldwide as an entry qualification to relevant first-year degrees and Higher National programmes.
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BTEC Higher Nationals
BTEC Higher Nationals are internationally-recognised higher education qualifications at Level 4 and 5 that are equivalent to the first and second years of a university degree, providing progression to both university and employment. They are an ideal choice for students seeking an affordable and relevant route to a degree or employment outside India.
BTEC sectors
BTEC Qualifications are available in 24+ subjects. From Digital Technology to Art and Design, Healthcare to Business, we have courses that will enable you to learn the skills the world needs.