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MATHS
SCIENCE
BIOLOGY (applied human biology)*
4
4
5,4
BUSINESS VOCATIONAL
4
COMPUTER GAMES DESIGN
4
CRIMINOLOGY
4
dance (equivalent to 1.5 A Levels)
4
engineerinG*
4
FILM PRODUCTION
4
vocational courses
FORENSIC SCIENCE & CRIMINAL
INVESTIGATION (DOUBLE)*
4
other
ENGLISH
COURSE GUIDE
To study a Mixed Programme at Level 3, to include at least one Vocational Course, you will
require a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English.
In addition, some subjects have their own additional specific entry requirements and these
are shown in the table below.
Grade 5 or above in GCSE Biology and Grade 4 another
Science GCSE or Grade 5/4 in GCSE Combined Science
Game, art or programming portfolios are welcomed, but not
essential.
Proven successful dance experience.
5
5,5
Grade 5/5 or above in GCSE Combined Science or a 5 in
Physics and a 5 in one other science
5
5,5
Grade 5 or above in GCSE Core Science and Grade 5
in Additional Science or Grade 5/5 in GCSE Combined
Science
(equivalent to 2 A Levels)
health & social care*
4
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY*
4
LAW (APPLIED)
4
MUSIC PRODUCTION
4
Music production experience, which can be demonstrated
through either GCSE or BTEC Level 2 (if taken) or a
portfolio submission of music, is preferred. Practical
instrumental skills are helpful, but not essential.
PERFORMING ARTS
4
Grade 5 in GCSE Drama or Merit in L2 BTEC (if taken) or a
background of successful experience in productions.
(equivalent to 1.5 A Levels)
PROTECTIVE SERVICES
4
PSYCHOLOGY (APPLIED)*
4
SPORT (SINGLE)
4
SPORT (Double)
4
(equivalent to 2 A Levels)
SPORT & EXERCISE SCIENCE
(equivalent to 2 A Levels)
TRAVEL & TOURISM
4
4
4
Grade 4 in GCSE IT or equivalent (desirable)
4
4
4
All vocational courses are the equivalent of 1 A Level unless otherwise stated.
* As part of ongoing government reforms in post-16 education, there may be changes to our vocational
course offerings. One significant change under consideration is the introduction of Advanced Applied
Qualifications (AAQs), which may replace some existing vocational courses. For the latest updates
please regularly visit the courses section oF our website.
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