Programme of Study

THE LEVEL 2 PROGRAMME AT HEREFORD SIXTH FORM COLLEGE GIVE STUDENTS AN ALTERNATIVE PATHWAY TO LEVEL 3 STUDY, APPRENTICESHIPS AND EMPLOYMENT.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

There are no entry requirements for the Level 2 programme. If you would like to progress on to Level 3 once you have completed the Level 2 programme, you will need at least five GCSEs or equivalent at grades 4 - 9 or A* - C including English Language.

CREATING YOUR OWN PROGRAMME OF STUDY

Hereford Sixth Form College offers a one year Level 2 programme for students wishing to improve their grades or take extra subjects. The programme is especially designed to allow you to retake English and Mathematics if necessary but also to take new subjects to prepare you to access further education courses, apprenticeships or enter the workplace. The Programme of Study will require you to study a minimum of four Level 2 courses over the year, alongside the Impact Programme. You can create your own individual programme of study from the Level 2 courses available. Options are flexible, with many combinations possible. It is important that you choose what you enjoy as well as what will qualify you for any future career aim.

GCSE

Level 1/2

Level 2

First Certificate

GRADING

GCSEs

A* or Grade 8/9 A or Grade 7 B or Grade 5.5 C or Grade 4 D or Grade 3 E or Grade 2 F or Grade 1.25

Vocational Courses

Level 2 Distinction* Level 2 Distinction Level 2 Merit Level 2 Pass Level 1 Distinction Level 1 Merit Level 1 Pass