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A Level Subjects:
A Level Equivalent Subjects:
Note about A Levels:
Students only need to apply to ONE A Level course on our website, and can state what subjects they would like to choose in the application form.
Students can combine courses to suit them:
The T Level – Science – Level 3 is equivalent to 3 A Level subjects, and cannot be studied alongside other subjects.
Art and Design
Fashion Communication
T Levels
Computing
Media Production
Games Development
Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Process Operations
Instrumentation and Control Engineering
Wind Turbine Technology
Please note:
Due to popular demand, students applying for Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or Instrumentation and Control Engineering courses, they must submit their application before 26th January 2026 to be considered as part of the main application process for TTE. Students will also be required to complete an aptitude test for these courses. The date and time for the test can be booked following their application and attendance to a Showcase Event.
ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
Inclusive Learning and SEN
Hairdressing and Barbering
Beauty Therapy
Hair and Media Makeup
Our courses start at different levels, ensuring every learner is accommodated. The level each learner starts at depends on their prior qualifications.
Entry Level
No formal qualifications are needed to enrol on an entry level course. These courses help students build the skills, experience, and confidence they need to progress to a Level 1 course.
Level 1
Students must have achieved an appropriate Entry Level vocational qualification and/or GCSEs at Grade 2-1 (E-F) or above.
Level 2
Students must have include an appropriate Level 1 qualification and/or GCSEs at mostly Grade 3 (D) or above.
Level 3
These qualifications include A Levels, vocational courses (including Diplomas, Extended Diplomas, and Certificates), T Levels, and apprenticeships. Students must have achieved an appropriate Level 2 qualification and/or achieved four GCSEs at Grade 4/5 (C) or above.
Please note, there are some courses that require students to start at Level 1 to gain the technical skills required to progress.
We hold several open events throughout the year, offering potential students the opportunity to meet our tutors, explore our facilities, and get a feel for what studying at Middlesbrough College and TTE is like.
Apprenticeships offer a direct path into a chosen career, allowing young people to earn while they learn and gain real-world experience.
Northern Skills, part of Middlesbrough College, delivers over 100 apprenticeship programmes across the North East and Yorkshire. Our expert team supports learners at every level, helping thousands kickstart their careers.
To apply for an apprenticeship, learners would need to apply for a vacancy, not a course. Northern Skills offers a wide range of roles across industries like Business, Accountancy, Dental Nursing, and Motor Vehicle Maintenance. Explore current vacancies here.
Each listing includes job details, wage, hours, duration, required skills, and employer info. The apprenticeship standard is also included.
When the learner finds a vacancy, they should click “Apply for Apprenticeship” and fill in their details. If shortlisted, they’ll be invited to an interview with Northern Skills, the employer, or both.
Further information about apprenticeships can be found on the Northern Skills website here.
Meet the Schools Team: Lucy, Ellie, Coby, Meg and Jen!
Our team supports schools across the North East and Yorkshire, offering up-to-date advice on post-GCSE options. They deliver presentations, attend drop-in sessions, parent evenings, and careers events to help pupils make informed choices.
Their aim is to ensure a smooth transition from school to college by providing clear guidance on apprenticeships and other pathways.
We’re committed to working in partnership with you to support the next generation of school leavers. Take look through our dedicated guide for Career Advisors.
