Many employers joined us in congratulating these students today (see below). 

This year, in schools and colleges in the UK, around:

• 36,000 students will have completed a Level 3 BTEC in Business and Management  
• 34,000 in Sport   
• 29,500 in Applied Science   
• 22,500 in Health and Social Care 
• 19,500 in IT and Computing   
• 13,500 in Engineering 
• 3,000 in Construction 

Pearson’s BTECs are future-focused and globally recognised qualifications. They are built in partnership with employers, industry experts and Higher Education Institutions, ensuring they deliver the right skills and knowledge to those that take them.    One in five UK working age adults has at least one BTEC, and more than 6 million BTEC qualifications have been awarded in the last decade.    

Every person eligible for a result has received theirs today - this is where Pearson has all the information needed to award an overall qualification grade. 

Freya Thomas Monk, Managing Director, Vocational Qualifications & Training at Pearson, said:

 “My warmest congratulations to all Level 3 BTEC students who received their results today. The future is bright whatever your next step, whether into employment, an apprenticeship or higher education. You take with you relevant knowledge, skills and a qualification that is recognised around the world.

Pearson's partnership with thousands of colleges and schools is essential to our ability to award grades. Thank you to all those we work with every year – we are grateful for your support, feedback and unwavering commitment to your students.”

Employers and industry bodies from across the country are also celebrating BTEC students today:

"Huge congratulations to everyone receiving their results today. As the chartered body for the sport and physical activity workforce, we know how much employers value BTECs. They provide a great foundation for a fantastic career in the range of exciting roles that exist in our sector. Whether those getting their qualifications today are moving into work or on to further study, we wish them the very best for what I'm sure will be a brilliant future."  Tara Dillon, CIMSPA, CEO

“Well done to all learners receiving their BTEC results this week! Schneider Electric supports BTECs as a means for learners to acquire the hard and soft skills needed for the future!" David Abrahams, Key Client Manager, Schneider Electric

"EngineeringUK congratulates all students receiving their BTEC results today. BTEC learners get a great combination of soft skills alongside technical and practical skills which are ideal for a future career in engineering and technology - we hope many students will go on to pursue a career in this sector which between now and 2030 is seeing more growth than any other occupation.”  Dr Hilary Leevers, CEO, EngineeringUK

“Congratulations to all BTEC learners receiving their results today! The Early Years Alliance believes BTECs provide you with pivotal skills that can be used as one of the many routes into a fulfilling career in early education.” Neil Leitch, CEO, Early Years Alliance

“Well done to all students receiving their BTEC results today! BTECs provide a great basis of skills, knowledge and behaviours which prepare you for the future, The Royal Society of Chemistry wishes you all the best with your next steps!” Katie Dryden-Holt, Vocational Skills Programme Manager, The Royal Society of Chemistry

“Congratulations to all BTEC Esports learners receiving their results today. With the continued growth of esports around the world, as shown by the recent announcement of the Olympic Esports Games, your BTEC provides you with an excellent foundation for a rewarding, fulfilling career in our industry and as well as other digital, creative and STEM-linked areas.” Chester King, President, British Esports Federation.

“A big congratulations to those BTEC Sport students receiving their results today. Well done, and Good Luck!” Ian Wilson, Chief Executive Officer, BASES, the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences

Further background information

About BTECs

• Students are awarded grades ranging from a ‘Starred Distinction’ to a ‘Pass’. 
• BTEC Nationals also offer access to Higher Education to thousands of individuals, many of whom from diverse backgrounds. They are accepted by over 150 UK HEIs and around one in four learners enter HE each year with a BTEC, which amounts to c.100,000 students.   
• Please see the attached background briefing document for more information on how BTECs are assessed.

         View or download BTEC Results 2024: Background information