Post 16
The King Edward VII Sixth Form is open to all who wish to extend their skills and enhance their qualifications. A Post 16 Curriculum Information Evening takes place in the Autumn term which helps to inform students and parents about the option choices in the Sixth Form. An increasing number of students continue their education to 18 or 19 in preparation for employment and higher education. A record number of King Edward VII Post 16 students went on to Higher Education in 2009, having been supported and guided to select university courses which best met their educational needs.
Two Year Courses: Level 3 study – AS/A2 and BTEC National
BTEC National
We offer two BTEC National Diploma courses:
BTEC National Diploma in Performing Arts
BTEC National Diploma in Sport
A BTEC National Diploma is equivalent to three A levels. Some students choose to study an AS subject with their BTEC National course.
AS and A2
At advanced level, most students take three or four subjects at AS level. The first year is known as the AS (Advanced Subsidiary) and the second year is known as the A2. Usually students continue into A2. If they are studying four or more subjects, they may cease their study in one subject at the end of the AS year to focus on their other subjects.
Students can opt to study a combination of the following subjects:
| 3D Design | Graphics |
| Applied Science | History |
| Art | Mathematics and Further Maths |
| Biology | Media Studies |
| Business Studies | Photography |
| Chemistry | Physical Education |
| ICT | Psychology |
| English Language | Physics |
| English Literature | Sociology |
| French | Textiles |
| Geography |
Other Level 3 accredited awards and qualifications offered:
AEA (Advanced Extension Award)
EPQ (Extended Project Qualification)
More able students have the opportunity to participate in the following programmes:
Nuffield Bursary
YASS Open University modules (Young Applicants from Schools)
One Year Courses
Post-16 students who have not attained 5 A*- C grades or more are able to take BTEC First programmes to enable them to attain additional GCSE higher grades so that they can progress into the Sixth Form.
Students choose a combination of two of the following:
- BTEC First Certificate Applied Science
- BTEC First Certificate in Business Studies
- BTEC First Certificate in Sport
In addition, in order to attain a full level 2 qualification, students may need to take re-sit examinations in either English or Mathematics to attain a grade C. This is a minimum requirement for entry to university.
Post-16 students have the opportunity to take part in a variety of extra curricular activities eg residential visits, as part of their courses. These enrich their experience, and contribute to the quality of their work. In addition, all students undertake an “enrichment” programme of their choice eg sport; mentoring; work experience.
Click here to view the Sixth Form Curriculum and Options Choices Booklet