Application Instructions
Applications Open - Monday 2nd November 2026
Applications Close - Open all year
How to Apply – Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide
PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment
If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Canterbury College
You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:
- EKC Ashford College
- EKC Broadstairs College*
- EKC Canterbury College*
- EKC Dover College
- EKC Folkestone College*
- EKC Sheppey College
*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.
Please only add one course or T Level per application, except for A Levels at EKC Canterbury College, where up to 4 A Level courses can be added per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.
Course Summary
Are you ready to kickstart your career in marketing?
Our two-year full-time T Level course offers an exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of marketing. You’ll explore the vital role marketing plays in organisations, uncovering the differences between consumers and customers while discovering what drives their decisions, from social media and other digital marketing tools to print and various offline platforms.
This course uniquely blends classroom learning with approximately 45 days of hands-on industry placement, giving you invaluable real-world experience and insights into the marketing landscape and its challenges.
You’ll collaborate with local businesses through project work and gain relevant marketing experience ensuring you’re well-prepared for your future. Plus, if you’re considering further education, our Canterbury Campus is conveniently located near two universities offering related degrees, paving the way for your academic journey.
Course Details
Studying this T Level course will develop your understanding of a broad range
of topics relevant to the marketing sector, including:
- The purpose and role of marketing within an organisation
- How to apply research methods to acquire and analyse information to
support marketing activities
- Ways to assess customers and stakeholders
- How to develop and define propositions for marketing activities
- How to deliver effective marketing communications
- Ways to analyse and evaluate marketing delivery effectiveness
The practical experience gained during your T Level also positions you well
for apprenticeships, where you can continue to learn while working directly in
the industry. Additionally, the foundation knowledge and skills you learn will
set you up for further studies in marketing or related fields, allowing you to
specialise in areas like digital marketing, brand management, or market
research. With the ever-evolving nature of marketing, the opportunities are vast
and varied.
How will it be delivered and assessed?
All assessment is externally assessed. In your first year, the core knowledge and understanding are assessed with two exams and core skills through a practical employer-set project.
Entry requirements
This study programme is designed to help you move quickly toward advanced jobs, higher education, or apprenticeship opportunities if you know what you want to do next and meet the entry requirements needed for success.
Achieving a Level 3 qualification will improve your future earning potential and career choices. It also allows you to progress to Higher Education, Higher Apprenticeships, and Degree Apprenticeships. These can lead to roles like advanced technician or skilled supervisor at Level 3, and eventually to management or professional status as you continue your studies.
To study at Level 3, including all T Level and A Level programmes, you will need an average entry score of 5.0 from your best 6 GCSE subjects, including English and Maths.
Your next steps...
This course opens the door to a variety of exciting career paths in
marketing. Upon completion, you could start an apprenticeship to become a social
media executive, where you’ll craft and manage engaging online campaigns that
connect brands with their audiences. Alternatively, you might pursue a role as a
marketing assistant, supporting marketing teams in executing strategies and
analysing market trends. Other potential jobs include:
- Project Management Assistant
- Marketing and Communication Executive
- Social Media Executive
- Brand Marketing Executive
- Account Executive in Marketing
Apprenticeships in:
- Marketing Executive
- Social Media Executive
- Market Research Executive
- Public Relations and Communications Assistant
- Degree-related programmes in Business and Marketing
It can also provide you with a wide range of further education opportunities,
including higher-level technical studies or progression to a degree-level
apprenticeship.
For more courses like this, check our courses page.