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Finding The Right Level

Once your child has chosen their subject area and the way they want to study, they just need to decide which level is right for them. If you are not sure we’ll help you. We have hundreds of courses to choose from; we have something to suit everyone...

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Entry Level
Entry requirements: desire to learn and improve your skills.
Courses: Supported Learning Programmes, English for Speakers of Other Languages.

Level 1 Foundation
Entry requirements: desire to learn and improve your skills.
Courses: Foundation Diploma, NVQ Level 1, Vocational Skills, Foundation Learning Programmes.

Level 2 Intermediate
Entry requirements: two GCSEs at A-D, NVQ Level 1, City & Guilds, or equivalent College assessment.
Courses: GCSEs, BTEC First Diploma or Certificate, Higher Diploma, NVQ Level 2, City & Guilds, Apprenticeships.

Level 3 Advanced
Entry requirements: normally four or five GCSEs at A-C or BTEC (Edexcel) First Diploma or NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) or relevant industry experience.
Courses: Access Courses, BTEC National Diploma, Advanced Diploma, NVQ Level 3, Advanced Apprenticeships.

 

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