Learning routes
Decisions, decisions. Which learning route should you go for? Let's help you decide!
Choose from A Levels with supplementary vocational qualifications, Technical & Vocational or apprenticeships.The subjects are many and varied. Whatever you opt for, you can be sure that the tutors are experts in their field and the facilities outstanding.
A Levels (with supplementary vocational qualifications)
- you’ll study at our dedicated sixth form centre, located at our Sixth Form Campus
- you can choose from a wide range of A Levels and supplementary vocational qualifications
- select two, three or four courses to form your individual study programme
- A Levels provide a route to university, higher apprenticeships or employment.
Technical & Vocational
- you’ll study at our Highbury or North Harbour Campus
- there's a wide range of subjects available from Entry Level to Level 5
- typically, you’ll choose one subject in which to specialise to form your study programme
- there's a selection of Level 3 Extended Diplomas, which are equivalent to three A Levels and provide UCAS points to help you get into your university of choice
- vocational qualifications provide a route to apprenticeships, higher apprenticeships, university or employment.
Apprenticeships
- depending on the subject area you work in, you’ll study at college and in the workplace for between one and five years
- earn while you learn – apprenticeships are just like employment and come with a salary, holiday pay and other benefits
- with the support of a dedicated apprenticeship progress mentor, you’ll learn at your own pace to gain a nationally recognised qualification and/or Apprenticeship Standard
- apprenticeships provide a route to greater earning potential, higher apprenticeships and career progression.
