Post 16 Subjects Offered

At Clyst Vale we work hard to strike a balance between offering our students the individual care and attention that a larger FE college simply couldn’t, whilst ensuring we can provide an exciting range of courses that is broad enough to best develop the talents of all of our learners.

Level 3 Courses

Post-16 students are required to study at least three subjects. The norm is three to four subjects in Year 12, although it is possible to study five, and three subjects in Year 13.

Level 3 Vocational Qualifications (BTEC)

These are vocational qualifications in which students develop deep, specialist, practical skills and understanding. The work is assessed through coursework, case studies, presentations and examinations. They have an A level equivalence and allow progression to university.

GCSE Opportunities for Full Time Post-16 Students

Students who do not have a minimum of a grade ‘4’ in English Language and Mathematics must endeavour to achieve the desired grades and must now re-take these qualifications in Post-16.

Entry Requirements

Students will be expected to have at least five ‘9-4 grades’ or equivalent at GCSE. A grade ‘6’ in the subject you intend to study at A level is advisable. Please refer to the subject specific guidance available in our prospectus.