Whilst studying in the 6th form, students partake in a full study programme, consisting of qualification and non-qualification activities.
Qualifications
All subjects offered are full level 3 qualifications. There are different types of qualification
- Academic: Exam based
- Vocational: Coursework based
Some vocational qualifications are offered at different sizes and levels. Please see table below:
Subject | Type | Qualification Size |
Applied Science | Academic | A Level (1) |
Biology | Academic | A Level (1) |
Business Studies | Academic | A Level (1) |
Chemistry | Academic | A Level (1) |
English Language | Academic | A Level (1) |
English Literature | Academic | A Level (1) |
French | Academic | A Level (1) |
German | Academic | A Level (1) |
Geography | Academic | A Level (1) |
History | Academic | A Level (1) |
Maths | Academic | A Level (1) |
Physics | Academic | A Level (1) |
Product Design | Academic | A Level (1) |
Psychology | Academic | A Level (1) |
Sociology | Academic | A Level (1) |
CTEC Sport | Vocational | Intro Dip (1) / Sub Dip (1.5) / Dip (2) / Ext Dip (3) |
CTEC Health and Social | Vocational | Intro Dip (1) / Sub Dip (1.5) / Dip (2) / Ext Dip (3) |
BTEC ICT | Vocational | Sub Dip (1) |
BTEC Art | Vocational | Sub Dip (1) |
BTEC Business | Vocational | Sub Dip (1) / 90 Credit Dip (1.5) / Dip (2) |
BTEC Perf Arts | Vocational | Sub Dip (1) |
BTEC Music | Vocational | Sub Dip (1) |
Non-qualification activities
Progression Module
During extended tutor time for 25 minutes every morning, students follow a ‘Progression Module’. This consists of working through units of tasks based on outside speakers from a range of companies (Enhance employability and knowledge of career options).
Enrichment Programme
Enrichment runs during LAMS where students choose an extra option to enhance their learning or further their applications to University or Apprenticeships. They include Sign Language/EPQ/Duke of Edinburgh etc.