How to choose your 6th form courses
6th form choices are a wonderful opportunity for you to focus on those subjects you excel in and enjoy. You will need to consider your own interests and abilities and read the course descriptions carefully before making choices. Having a career plan can help but if you are unsure, then select those courses that appeal to you and make the most of your talents.
Some subjects place a greater emphasis on coursework whilst others require a high level of language and essay-writing skills. If in doubt, staff are always happy to talk to you in detail about your options.
Another factor will be how well you do in your Key Stage 4 courses, so you will need to look at entry requirements carefully for each subject
- Pathway 1 – 4 AS level courses (leading to A level) or level 3 BTEC qualifications plus 1 AS level – 7 GCSEs or equivalents at grades A*- B.
- Pathway 2 – 3 AS level courses (leading to A level) or level 3 BTEC qualifications – 5 GCSEs or equivalents at grades A*- C
- Pathway 3 – level 2 BTEC courses – 5 GCSEs at grades C-D or equivalent.
It is possible to do a mix of level 3 and 2 courses but this will need to be discussed at your interview.
Full details of the curriculum and entry requirements are in the RR6 booklet:
Curriculum Handbooks- please click here.
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