Choosing a Two Year Course
Choosing the right course is very important
The Sixth Form is able to offer a particularly wide, and well-supported, range of AS-level and A-level, Applied GCE, Diploma and BTEC courses. These courses provide the natural means of progression after successful completion of a range of GCSE subjects. As you will see there are subjects which will be familiar to everyone, like the Sciences and History and French; in addition, there are new subjects like Classical Civilisation and Sociology, and subjects combined in practical ways into courses like Health & Social Care.
Which subjects are best for you?
Different kinds of courses suit different students. Please look at the course content and assessment criteria and consider combinations of courses.
What form of assessment do you prefer?
Applied A levels or Advanced Diplomas are just as valuable when it comes to going to college or university. They suit some people better than AS-levels followed by A2 modules leading to A-levels. They do have tests throughout the course, but the emphasis is much more on your own planning, research and project work. The courses are under the direction of an expert member of staff.
Would an Advanced Diploma or Applied A-level course structure or A-levels suit you best?
Entry Requirements: Students taking an Applied A-level course, Advanced Diploma and/or AS-level courses leading to A-levels, will normally proceed to university degree courses afterwards.
A-level students will normally be expected to study four ASlevel subjects and the Curriculum Enrichment Programme (CEP) in their first year.
Normal entry requirements are:
- For 3/4 A-levels OR a double award Applied A-level course plus one A-level at least 5 GCSE passes at grade C or above, of which 3 must be at grade B.
- For Advanced Diploma courses at least 5 GCSE passes at grade C or above or BTEC at a high Merit or Distinction Level, or higher diploma
We can help you answer your questions if you are going to do a Two-Year Course
Q. Shall I do an Applied A-level and/or AS levels leading to A-levels or a Diploma?
Q. If so, which ones?
Q. Which subjects do I enjoy?
Q. Which courses do I need to do to qualify for the university and college courses I want to do and for my future career?
Staff will be available to assist you make the right choice
- Your tutor, Head of Year and Head of Sixth Form are key people.
- Remember also to consult our specialist careers advisor for Sixth Form only.
- Your present teachers have a very good idea of your abilities and the courses which will suit you.
Final decisions about which subjects or courses can be followed are made in September in the light of exam results and career aspirations.