Entry Requirements:

For external applicants:
To access this course, you are required to:

• Four or more GCSEs at Grade 3 or above including English and maths
• Demonstrate how you have previously had good attendance and punctuality and a good attitude to learning

For internal progression learners (already studying with us):
Learners must be able to demonstrate that they:

• Have successfully completed a relevant course that naturally progresses onto this programme, achieving a good standard
• Have improved their English and maths grades since enrolment
• Have maintained good attendance and punctuality
• Show a consistently positive attitude to learning

What will I learn?

During the course you will study:

• GCSE English
• GCSE maths
• GCSE sciences (including biology, chemistry and physics)
• Level 2 project in a specialism of your choice

What skills will I gain?

By studying this course you will:

• Learn about the English language
• Develop your understanding of writing techniques
• Learn how to interpret information for different meanings
• Functional elements of maths
• Nature of science and scientific processes
• Relationships between hypotheses, evidence, theories and explanations
• Observational, practical, modeling, enquiry and problem solving skills
• Gain valuable team working and communication skills by taking part in group activities
• Problem solving
• Analysis and evaluation skills

How will I be assessed?

All GCSEs are assessed through exams and controlled assessments.

What can I do next?

Successful completion of the course will enable you to apply for the colleges A Level programme