BTECHub — The National Platform

The reference for BTEC students in Jordan

A comprehensive platform covering all BTEC specializations, units, and university and career paths in one place.

12BTEC specializations
3years of study
3clicks max to any information
About BTECHub

Your complete guide, from choosing a specialization to a career

BTECHub isn't just an information site — it's a complete guide to the BTEC student journey: from the moment you choose a specialization, through units, skills, university, and all the way to a career. All in a clear, simplified, organized way, with no filler.

01

Get to know your specialization

An overview, goals, skills, and units for every specialization, presented simply and directly.

02

Know your university future

The universities and majors that match each BTEC path in Jordan.

03

Plan your career path

A visual roadmap from BTEC to employment for every specialization.

04

Join the student community

A WhatsApp group and Discord server for student support and connection.

Specializations

12 accredited BTEC specializations in Jordan

Every specialization includes an overview, goals, skills, units, matching universities, and job opportunities — click "Explore" for the full details.

Information Technology

Programming, networking, and cybersecurity — the most in-demand specialization and the one most closely tied to the digital job market.

ProgrammingNetworkingDatabasesCybersecurity
↳ Software developer, network engineer, cybersecurity specialist
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Agriculture New

Plant and animal production and management of agricultural resources through real field projects rather than theoretical memorization.

Farm managementProtected cultivationSoil analysisAgricultural machinery
↳ Agricultural technician, production officer, own agribusiness
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Business Administration New

Marketing, finance, and human resources through applied projects that simulate building and running a real business.

MarketingBasic financeEntrepreneurshipEvent management
↳ Marketer, accounting assistant, entrepreneur
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Art & Design New

Drawing, photography, and digital design — builds a real visual portfolio instead of theoretical exams.

Drawing and visual recordingGraphic designPhotographyBuilding a Portfolio
↳ Graphic designer, photographer, creative director
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Hospitality New

Hotel, restaurant, and event management — hands-on training in kitchens and a simulated real hotel environment.

Customer serviceCooking and food preparationFront desk and reservationsEvent planning
↳ Receptionist, assistant chef, events coordinator
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Construction New

Reading plans, building materials, and site safety — the specialization closest to the real contracting market.

Reading plansQuantity take-offBasic surveyingSite safety
↳ Site technician, assistant draftsman, contractor
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Engineering New

Mechanical and electrical principles and computer-aided design — a general gateway to every university engineering branch.

CAD designElectrical circuitsTechnical problem-solvingManufacturing projects
↳ Engineering technician, CAD draftsman, engineer-in-training
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Creative Media New

Photography, video, and digital design — producing real media content from idea to finished product.

Video shootingEditingGraphic designContent creation
↳ Video editor, content designer, independent content creator
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Travel & Tourism New

Planning trips and tourist destinations — connects students directly to one of the most important sectors of Jordan's economy.

Trip planningCustomer serviceTourism marketingDestination geography
↳ Travel agency employee, tour guide, events coordinator
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Hair & Beauty New

Hairstyling, skincare, and makeup — hands-on training directly in an environment resembling a real salon.

HairstylingSkincareMakeup artistrySafety and sterilization
↳ Hairstylist, beauty specialist, makeup artist
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Health & Social Care New

Human development, health and social care — a newly introduced specialization building real human and research skills.

Anatomy and physiologyCase studiesCaring communicationField research
↳ Healthcare assistant, social worker, nurse (after university)
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Sport New

Applied sport science and hands-on training — a newly introduced specialization linking athletic passion to a real career path.

Sports anatomyTraining programmingLeading and coaching teamsPerformance analysis
↳ Assistant coach, fitness trainer, sport science specialist (after university)
Explore specialization →
Why BTEC?

Practical assessment, a globally recognized certificate, and a clear future

Advantages of the system

  • An internationally recognized certificate accepted in more than 70 countries.
  • Assessment based on real projects (Pass/Merit/Distinction) instead of memorization.
  • 70% of the grade is practical projects and assignments, and only 30% is a national exam in 4 light subjects.
  • You graduate with real skills and projects you can put on your résumé.

Challenges you should know about

  • Continuous daily commitment — there's no room to fall behind on lessons or be absent.
  • Your university major is tied to your career path, not open to every major.
  • The quality of the experience depends on how ready your school's labs and equipment are.
The GPA

How is the technical-track (Tawjihi) GPA calculated?

70% of the grade — specialization projects

Grades for practical projects and assignments in specialization subjects, graded and audited by school committees and the UK's Pearson, using Pass / Merit / Distinction criteria.

30% of the grade — the national exam

A ministerial exam at the end of grade 12 covering 4 lighter general-education subjects: Arabic (10%), English (10%), Islamic Education (6%), History of Jordan (4%).

The criteria

The Pass / Merit / Distinction system — and how to hit each one

Instead of a traditional numeric grade, every unit is assessed at one of three levels based on the depth of evidence and analysis the student provides.

Pass

Demonstrating basic understanding and carrying out what's required as given — a direct description or application with no deep analysis.

Merit

Deeper analysis and broader application — comparing two or more options while explaining the reasons.

Distinction

Critical evaluation, creativity, and a high degree of independence — self-critiquing the result while proposing a genuine alternative or improvement.

How command words relate to the criteria

Command Words — how do you read a task correctly?

Every task starts with a command word that determines the level actually required. Identify it first, before anything else.

Describe / Identify Describe / Identify

Expected level: Pass. State the facts or steps as they are, without analysis.

Explain / Apply Explain / Apply

Expected level: Pass to Merit. Clarify the "how" and "why" — don't just describe.

Analyse Analyse

Expected level: Merit. Compare two or more options and explain the reasons for your preference.

Evaluate / Justify Evaluate / Justify

Expected level: Distinction. Critique the final result and propose a genuine, evidence-backed improvement.

How do you read a task correctly?

4 steps before you start any submission

01

Read the command word first

It's what determines the real level required — not the task's title.

02

Pin down the exact criterion

Know whether the task specifically targets Pass, Merit, or Distinction.

03

Gather the right evidence

Review "the right evidence for each criterion" below before you start, not after.

04

Check with your teacher before submitting

One question to your teacher before final submission can save you from redoing the whole project.

The right evidence for each criterion

  • Theoretical description (Pass): a written report, clearly documented with sources.
  • Practical application (Pass/Merit): real screenshots or photos plus an explanation of the steps.
  • Analysis (Merit): a written comparison between two or more options with reasons.
  • Evaluation (Distinction): an explicit self-critique of the result plus a proposed alternative or improvement.
The university pathway

A direct bachelor's degree, or a diploma first?

75% average or higher

Direct admission into a bachelor's program in the university major equivalent to your path, at Jordan's public and private universities.

Below 75%

A community-college diploma path (two years) first, then completing the bachelor's degree with a diploma average of 66% or higher.

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions people always ask about the BTEC system

Is BTEC equivalent to the Academic Tawjihi stream?+
There's no longer a "Scientific/Literary" split in the Tawjihi system; there are now only two tracks: the Academic track and the BTEC track. BTEC is an official Tawjihi stream accredited by the Ministry of Education, and its certificate is recognized both locally and internationally in more than 70 countries.
Can I change my specialization after starting?+
It depends on your school's policy and the timing of the request; switching is usually easier in grade 10, before the in-depth specialization subjects of grades 11 and 12 begin.
Do universities treat me as "less than" the general Tawjihi track?+
No, your average is calculated and treated officially as a full Tawjihi average; the only difference is that your university admission is tied to majors equivalent to your career path.
What happens if I'm late submitting a project?+
In most cases you'll be considered to have failed that subject if you're late without an accepted reason, but it can also come down to the teacher's judgment — some teachers may be understanding and give you more leeway. It's always best to tell your teacher immediately about any expected delay.
Do I need a personal computer to study?+
It's preferable to have one. The school provides the essential labs and equipment, but if your goal is to achieve a Distinction grade you'll need to do extra work at home — you can't rely on school time alone.
Study paths

From grade 10 to university

Grade 10
Level 2 — Foundation
→
Grades 11 & 12
Level 3 — In-depth
→
University or the job market
Student community

You're not alone on your BTEC journey

Join hundreds of BTEC students in Jordan on Discord and WhatsApp — questions, support, and shared experience between students.

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