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T Level Foundation Year in Business

  • 2

    Level
    Level 2

  • Duration
    1 year

  • Start Date
    September 2026

  • Venue
    City College Norwich campus

  • Course Code
    A0514

Start Date

  • September 2026, Full Time, Day

What You Will Study

The T Level Foundation Year in Business Programme provides a high-quality route onto T Levels, for students who would benefit from the additional study time and preparation that it will give them before they start their T Level.

The T Level Foundation Year in Business will provide skills and knowledge with a focus on the following core aspects:

  • Knowledge and Skills for the Workplace
  • Industry Relevant Technical Knowledge
  • Skills for Successful Study
  • English, Maths and Digital Skills
  • Positive Attitudes and Behaviours

Why Choose City College Norwich?

Experience work and networking

Our business, admin and customer service students get real experience of work and networking opportunities with local businesses.

Progression

Our students go on to a wide range of employment and apprenticeship opportunities, and are very well prepared for university level courses

Expert teaching staff

Our teaching staff are industry professionals, with real experience of working within their sector

Entry Requirements

You will need to have achieved five GCSEs at grade 3 or above - this will need to include either GCSE English language or maths at grade 4 or above.

How You Will Be Assessed

The T Level Foundation Year in Business will include a Level 2 qualification that is internally assessed through written assignments and presentations, as well as externally assessed awarding body set tasks. There will also be an assessed competency-based work placement.

Course Progression

Following the successful completion of this course, you could progress onto your chosen T Level, employment, an apprenticeship or another course.

If you are wishing to progress onto the Level 3 T Level programme, you will be expected to have met the 90% attendance target, plus have demonstrated a good level of performance in terms of work progress and behaviour. You will also need to achieve a Merit overall for the Level 2 qualification, and GCSE English and maths to the required grade.

Where Your Course Can Take You

The subject area can lead you into a wide variety of different occupations in a range of business environments. Having completed this course, the next step may be to continue your studies either in an apprenticeship or other subject area.

Fees

If you are a UK or home fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course, tuition fees are free. If you are aged 19 and over fees may be payable.

Why Choose City College Norwich?

Experience work and networking

Our business, admin and customer service students get real experience of work and networking opportunities with local businesses.

Progression

Our students go on to a wide range of employment and apprenticeship opportunities, and are very well prepared for university level courses

Expert teaching staff

Our teaching staff are industry professionals, with real experience of working within their sector