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Does anyone know what BTEC is worth 2A-levels? What's the full name?
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What do you mean 2 a levels? most btecs are worth 3 a levels if they're at level 3, or if they're level 2 they're equivalent to GCSE
Original post by marshalld67
What do you mean 2 a levels? most btecs are worth 3 a levels if they're at level 3, or if they're level 2 they're equivalent to GCSE

Not all level 3 btecs are triple award, only extended diplomas are. Single and double award level 3 BTECs are also offered.
Original post by _gcx
Not all level 3 btecs are triple award, only extended diplomas are. Single and double award level 3 BTECs are also offered.


oh yeah I forgot about that! sorry! well then the answer to the question is it depends on the course and you need to look at the spec of the specific subjects at the college you choose
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BTEC Subsidiary = 1 A level
BTEC 90-credit Diploma = 1.5 A levels
BTEC Diploma = 2 A levels
BTEC Extended Diploma = 3 A levels

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