SUBJECT CHOICES AND FURTHER STUDY Our Key Stage 4 options and core curriculum give students the broad and balanced curriculum they need to keep their post-16 options open. However, when choosing what courses to take at Key Stage 4, it is important to bear in mind any requirements for courses that students might want to take at Key Stage 5.
Overview Warlingham Sixth Form College offers a wide choice of over 30 subjects to study. Students are able to take three subjects or four for the most able. Students may choose A Levels or Vocational Level 3 qualifications, or can choose a combination of A Levels and vocational qualifications. The differences are summarised below:
A LEVEL COURSES •
Examined at the end of Year 13
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Focused on knowledge and analysis
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Suitable for students that excel at exams
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Require GCSE grades 5/6+
VOCATIONAL COURSES •
Studied over two years
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Focused on understanding and application
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Suitable for students that excel at coursework
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Require GCSE grades 4+
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