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 (September 2024)
Study Programmes:
STUDY PROGRAMME 1
8 or more GCSEs at Grade 7 (including at least a 4 in English Language and Maths)
Programme Description:
Up to 4 level 3 qualifications* (and option of Core Maths or EPQ depending on options)
STUDY PROGRAMME 2
5 or more GCSEs at Grade 9-4 (including at least a 4 in English Language and
Maths Programme Description:
3 Level 3 qualifications* (and option of Core Maths or EPQ depending on options)
Subject Specific Eligibility Criteria
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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 |
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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 |
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Business Studies |
4+ in Business, 4+ in English, 5+ in Maths OR 4+ in Business, 4+ in English, 4 in Maths (must also take L3 Maths) If Business not studied 4+ in English, 5+ in Maths |
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Chemistry† |
6-6 in Trilogy Science or 6 in Chemistry and 5+ in Mathematics |
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Computer Science |
5+ in Mathematics and 5+ in Computing if studied 6+ in Mathematics if Computing not studied at GCSE |
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Drama and Theatre |
4+ in Drama, 5+ in English |
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Economics* |
5+ in Mathematics and 5+ in English , 5+ in Economics (if studied) |
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English Language and Literature |
5+ in both English Language and Literature |
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English Literature |
5+ in both English Language and Literature |
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Further Mathematics |
8+ in Mathematics [to be studied with A-Level Mathematics] |
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Geography* |
4+ in Geography, 5+ in English, 4+ in Mathematics OR 6+ in Geography, 4+ in English Language, 4+ in Maths |
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History |
4+ in History and 5+ in English OR 6+ in History and 4+ in English Language |
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Information Technology |
5 or more grades at 9-4 including 4+ in English Language or Mathematics |
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Languages |
5+ in French/Spanish (Higher Tier), as appropriate |
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Mathematics |
7+ in Maths [a strong grade 6 will be considered] |
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Mathematical Studies* (Core Maths) [2 year AS] |
4+ in Mathematics |
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Music |
5+ in Music, Grade 5 on an instrument/voice |
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Music Technology |
4+ Music/Music Technology (if studied). If no Music/Music Technology at GCSE you must be able to demonstrate music technology experience. |
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Physics† |
6-6 in Trilogy Science or 6 in Physics (Higher Tier), and 6+ in Mathematics |
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Politics |
4+ in English |
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Psychology* |
4+ in a Science or 4-4 in Trilogy Science. 4+ in English Language and Mathematics |
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Sociology |
4+ in English Language |
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Sport [Level 3 BTEC] |
4+ in Biology or 4-4 in Trilogy Science.
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‘English’ refers to either English Language or English Literature.
† Students studying Science should study Level 3 Mathematics if they are not studying A-Level Mathematics.
* Students studying Geography or Psychology are recommended to study Level 3 Mathematical Studies if they are not studying A-Level Mathematics.
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.