A Level Entry Requirements

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To study 4 A-levels:

Minimum of 8 GCSE grade 5s including mathematics, English and additional or triple science.


To study 3 A-levels:

Minimum of 6 GCSE grade 5s including mathematics and additional or triple science.


A Levels:

  • A Level Biology - requires a minimum grade 6 at GCSE biology (for combined science students a minimum grade 6 in biology components) and a minimum grade 5 in GCSE mathematics.
  • A Level Chemistry - requires a minimum grade 6 at GCSE chemistry (for combined science students a minimum grade 6 in chemistry components) and a minimum grade 5 in GCSE mathematics.
  • A Level Physics - requires a minimum grade 6 at GCSE physics (for combined science students a minimum grade 6 in physics components) and a minimum grade 5 in GCSE mathematics.
  • A Level Computer Science - requires a minimum grade 5 in computer science.
  • A Level English Literature - requires a minimum grade 5 in both English literature and English language.
  • A Level Maths - requires a minimum grade 6 in GCSE mathematics.
  • A Level Further Maths - requires a minimum grade 7 in GCSE mathematics. 
  • A Level Product Design - no prior knowledge of the subject is required, however a GCSE in a related subject such as art, graphics or resistant materials is desirable.

Vocational:

  • BTEC Engineering - (BTEC Level 3 - equivalent to 3 A levels) requires a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 5 and above, including a grade 5 in mathematics. No prior knowledge of the subject is required but applicants should have an interest in pursuing a career in engineering.
  • T Level Engineering - (Level 3 - equivalent to 3 A Levels) requires a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 5 and above, including a grade 4 in English, a grade 5 in physics, and a grade 6 in maths. No prior knowledge of the subject is required but applicants should have an interest in pursuing a career in engineering.
  • BTEC Business - (BTEC Level 3 - equivalent to 1 A level) requires a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 5 and above. No prior knowledge of the subject is required.