Courses
Entry Requirements
The standard entry for a Sixth Form pathway is 5 grade 4s at GCSE including English Language and Maths. This grants entry to level 3 A level and vocational subjects. Many of our subjects have additional entry requirements which reflect the demands of the individual course, these are on the subject pages in this guide.
The standard entry for the bridging pathway is 5 grade 3s including English Language and Maths. This pathway is a one-year level 2 programme aiming to transition to A level 3 pathway in
years 13 and 14. There is no standard entry for a transition pathway, where learners work at Level 2 for a year in order to get them to their next step, be that further education at a further education college, an apprenticeship or employment. This pathway remains at the discretion of the Sixth Form team.
Level 2 - BTEC / GCSE / National Certificate
These courses are one‑year qualifications aimed at students who achieve four grade 3s, including Maths and English. They provide a valuable stepping stone to higher‑level study or help students prepare for employment or an apprenticeship at age 17. These one‑year courses are designed for students who have not yet achieved the number of grade 4 GCSEs needed for Level 3 study. They offer a valuable route to progress to the next level or to prepare for employment or an apprenticeship at age 17.
Level 3 – A Level / BTEC
Our Level 3 A Levels and BTECs are rigorous two‑year programmes designed for students who achieve at least five grade 4s or above, including equivalent passes in English and Maths.
AQA Extended Project: Year 13
In Year 13, students will be given the opportunity to carry out an AQA level 3 Extended Project. This qualification is worth valuable UCAS points and will develop and extend an area of study or a topic of personal interest. It will be based on a topic chosen by the student and has proven invaluable for many of our students.
Universities love the Extended Project and it has often been used as a 'tiebreaker' between University applicants with similar results, as it requires independent work and original thought. It is an opportunity to pursue individual interests in ways closer to the University experience.
Students love the ability to choose their own topic, independence and high quality individual support - this is reflected in the superb results this subject enjoys.