Post-16 Entry Requirements
In the Sixth Form, you will study subjects you choose within an agreed study programme. This may involve the study of purely academic A-Levels or Technical (vocational) subjects at Level 3.
A-Levels and Level 3 qualifications are studied over two years with terminal examinations at the end of the second year of study.
In addition to your chosen subjects, your Study Programme will also include a daily mentor period, a weekly period of enrichment, and may include independent study periods as part of your timetable. You will also participate in a week of Work Experience during Year 12.
Entry Requirements for Year 12
All students must meet the standard Sixth Form Entry Requirements:
5+ GCSEs graded 4-9, including 4+ in both Maths AND English.
Students can also choose to study Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) or EPQ alongside their chosen subjects.
A student may study 4 A Level subjects following approval from the Head of Sixth Form.
Subject Specific Eligibility Criteria
|
SUBJECT |
GCSE REQUIREMENTS |
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Art and Design (Fine Art) |
4+ in Art/Art Graphics/Photography or portfolio evidence |
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Art Fashion (Textile Design) |
4+ in Textiles or Art, or portfolio evidence |
|
Art Photography |
4+ in Art/Art Graphics/Photography or portfolio evidence |
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Biology* |
6-6 in Trilogy Science (Higher Tier) or 6 in Biology, and 5+ in Mathematics |
|
Business Studies* |
4+ in Business. If Business not studied at GCSE, 5+ in Maths |
|
Chemistry* |
6-6 in Trilogy Science or 6 in Chemistry and 5+ in Mathematics |
|
Computer Science |
6+ in Computer Science and 5+ in Maths. If Computer Science not studied at GCSE, 6+ in Maths. |
| Digital Media | Sixth Form Entry Requirements |
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Drama and Theatre |
4+ in Drama. If Drama not studied at GCSE, 5+ in English |
|
Economics* |
5+ in Mathematics and 5+ in English , 5+ in Economics (if studied) |
|
English Language and Literature |
5+ in both English Language and Literature |
|
English Literature |
5+ in both English Language and Literature |
|
Further Mathematics |
8+ in Mathematics [to be studied with A-Level Mathematics] |
|
Geography* |
5+ in Geography, 5+ in English |
|
History |
5+ in History, 5+ in English |
|
Languages |
5+ in French/Spanish (Higher Tier), as appropriate |
|
Mathematics |
7+ in Maths [a strong grade 6 will be considered] |
|
Mathematical Studies* (Core Maths) [2 year AS] |
Sixth Form Entry Requirements |
|
Music |
Either 5+ in Music and 5+ in instrument/voice OR 5+ in Music Theory and 5+ in instrument/voice |
|
Music Technology |
4+ in Music/Music Technology (if studied). If no Music/Music Technology at GCSE, you must have portfolio of evidence and interview with Curriculum Leader |
|
Philosophy |
Sixth Form entry requirements |
| Physics* |
6-6+ in Science or 6+ in Physics and 6+ in Maths |
|
Politics |
Sixth Form entry requirements |
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Psychology* |
5+ in English and Mathematics |
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Sociology |
Sixth Form entry requirements |
|
Sport [Level 3 BTEC] |
Sixth Form entry requirements including a 4 in Science |
‘English’ refers to either English Language or English Literature.
*We recommend studying Mathematical Studies (Core Maths), if not already taking A Level Maths to support the mathematical content within these subjects.
Progression to Year 13
If students are at risk of not achieving passes at the end of A-Level courses, students will be required to have a formal interview with the Head of Sixth Form. Students will be given the opportunity to retake any PPEs in which they have failed before the end of the Summer Term of Year 12. Students will not be excluded from the Sixth Form on the basis of their Year 12 PPE results. However, careful and independent information, advice and guidance will be provided to ensure students follow the best possible route for success. Students will not be permitted to repeat Year 12 except in exceptional circumstances. Any restart will require students to study a different set of subjects.