A Levels are one of the main routes to higher education and university, although they are also useful if you want to go straight into employment. An A Level is a level 3 qualification consisting of four modules studied over two years.
Vocational courses focus on a specific subject area, combining practical and academic study. They are designed to give you the knowledge and skills relevant to a variety of jobs or may offer specialist qualifications for a particular industry sector. They can also be a route to higher education.
BTEC and Cambridge Technicals Level 3 qualifications have the same academic level as A levels and are assessed through coursework.
A BTEC Subsidiary Diploma is the equivalent of one A Level, a BTEC Diploma equates to two A Levels and a BTEC Extended Diploma is equal to three A Levels.
Entry Requirements
A Level Programme Entry Requirements
- Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 6 or above
- Minimum of a 6 in English and Maths and Science if taking A Level Sciences
The opportunity to study four Advanced level subjects will be offered to some particularly well-qualified applicants, currently defined as students who have achieved at least an average grade 7 across their best seven GCSE subjects.
Vocational and Applied Diploma Entry Requirements
- Merit at Level 2 in chosen area of study
- Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including at least a grade in English and Maths
You can find our Admission Policy in the main Academy Policy Bank.
