Courses

 Our courses are divided into four groups: 

• A-Level Courses
• B-TEC Courses
• Industrial Courses / NVQs
   
  Types of Study Programme
  A broad range of courses are available with something for every student.
  
  GCE A/AS Level
  In order to study GCE A Level courses you will need a minimum of five GCSE passes at A* to C, with a minimum B grade or above in relevant subjects. GCE A levels are two year courses, many of which are modular. The Advanced Subsidiary (AS) course is the first half of a full GCE A Level and is made up of two or three teaching units. These continue into Year 13 as A2 courses to make full GCE A level qualifications.
  
  BTEC Level 3 Diploma
  In order to study BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma and Diploma courses, four GCSE passes at A* to C are required. These are two year full time courses, comprising twelve units. BTEC Level 3 Diploma courses are equivalent to 1, 2 or 3 ‘A’ Levels depending on the size of course taken.
  
  BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificates
  In order to study BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificates or Diplomas, five GCSE passes of A to E with at least 3 at D grade are required.
  
  Re-sit courses in English and Mathematics GCSE
  Re-sit courses in English and Maths are available for those who need to take them. Students taking re-sits should ideally have obtained a D grade.
  
  Induction Period
  Students should enrol for their courses on the published date. There are several elements that make up our induction procedures. There are opportunities to attend taster lessons in the Summer Term, summer homework to be completed before your courses start in September and induction activities in the first week where you can meet other students and key staff. There are also subject based induction programmes. This means all students have a thorough introduction to life at the Harris Federation Post 16 and can embark on their courses with confidence.