Think you need A-Levels to succeed at university? Think again. In this student story, James shares how his Level 3 BTEC prepared him for the practical demands of a degree at the University of Lincoln.
James’s Insights:
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Practical Advantage: Why BTEC coursework is very similar to university assignments, making the "academic gap" feel much smaller [00:18].
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Independence: How vocational study teaches you to manage your own research and deadlines early on [00:59].
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Support Systems: James highlights the accessibility of tutors and the benefit of one-on-one support when you need it [01:35].
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Changing Your Mind: How the university helped James easily switch from Events Management to Business and Marketing before he started [02:44].
Taking a BTEC in Lincolnshire? See how your current skills translate to a degree.