One of the best things about College is the large variety of qualifications available. In order to have the best chance of success, we can help you choose the course that’s right for you.
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AS/A Levels
A Levels are Level 3 courses and can be achieved in two parts. Year one comprises the AS Level and this can be a freestanding qualification in its own right. However, to achieve a full A Level, students need to complete a further year of study at A2. Completing A Levels usually allows you to progress on to a Higher Education course.
BteC Certificates and Diplomas
Level 2 (L2) Diplomas are broadly equivalent to four or five GCSEs, at grades A to C. Level 3 Extended Diplomas are broadly equivalent to two or three A Levels and will enable students wishing to progress on to a Higher Education course.
NVQs (National Vocational Qualifications)
These are qualifications that are based on the skills and knowledge needed for specific jobs. They usually have a level after the course such as NVQ Level 2 in Administration.
Apprenticeships
These are Level 2 qualifications, which cover an NVQ, Key Skills and a Technical Certificate, which make up the Apprenticeships. Advanced Apprenticeships offer Level 3 qualifi cations and can lead to progression to Foundation Degree or Degree level study.
Access
This is a level 3 course that is usually considered to be equivalent to three A Levels. People generally do Access Courses to progress on to degree level courses.
How to Apply
Download or print our Online Application Form or contact the Student Information Centre.
UCAS
A guide to help explain the UCAS Points system and how to enrol can be found on our Higher Education pages.
