16-18 Course Entry Requirements
| Course | Minimum entry guidelines | Additional guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Vocational Level 3 | 4 x GCSE grades 9-4 including English or Maths or prior achievement at Level 2. | A merit or higher at vocational level 2 or NVQ level 2 may be considered as GCSE equivalent. Specific subjects may also require science and/or English or maths at grade 5 or higher. Creative Arts courses may require evidence of previous work, a portfolio or an audition. |
| Vocational Level 2 | 4 x GCSE grade 3 or higher including English or Maths and/or prior achievement at Level 1. |
A pass or higher at vocational level 1 or NVQ level 1 may be considered as GCSE equivalent. Creative Arts courses may require evidence of previous work, a portfolio or an audition. |
| Vocational Level 1 and Entry Level | No formal entry requirements. Evidence of previous work or a commitment to study may be required. |
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| GCSE English/Maths | Grade 3 or higher | - |
Some courses require an audition, portfolio or specific qualifications