If you’re getting ready to leave school or have recently left, there are a number of ways you can choose to study with us. We offer the widest range of courses for 16-19 year olds and our students have a diverse range of ambitions and interests.
These courses require a minimum of 5 GCSEs (grades 9 - 5)
Most courses also require a minimum of grade 5 in GCSE English and or Maths.
Some A Level courses such as science and maths are more challenging and require higher grades in specific subjects.
Students with a lower average GCSE score will be advised to take a combination of Level 3 Certificates and A Levels.
Please check individual courses for specific entry requirements.
Equivalent to one full A Level.
Level 3 Extended Certificates are equivalent to one full A Level. These are vocational courses and taken over two years. Level 3 Certificates are accepted by universities and carry UCAS points.
Key difference between Extended certificates and A Levels.
The number of applied courses and A Levels you take is dependent on your predicted grades, career direction and progression. Usually the main difference between Level 3 Extended Certificates and A Levels are the way that they are assessed.
Be challenged to achieve your best.
Our A Level programme is academically challenging. You will be pushed to achieve your best and expected to work independently. Graduates from our A Level programme progress to a range of universities, including Oxford and Cambridge.
Learn from inspiring experts.
You will be taught by people who are experts in their subject. Many of our teaching staff have PhDs, Masters and degrees from elite universities. From published authors, scientific researchers and university lecturers, prepare to be inspired by passionate and knowledgeable academics.
Great support and guidance.
You will receive a dedicated tutor who will support you with university applications and provide you with mentoring and pastoral care. Our dedicated Inclusive Learning support team provides a range of support to students at all levels.
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These courses require a minimum of 5 GCSEs (grades 9 - 4) including English and Maths
Most courses require a grade 5 or above in Maths, please see individual courses for specific entry requirements.
These courses are suitable for students who are interested in pursuing a career in a particular sector or industry.
T Levels are new two-year, technical study programmes that will initially be available across 24 pathways in 11 industry routes.
They are delivered in a classroom based environment with 20% of the time spent on an industry placement working in employer settings.
T Levels are ideal if you have finished your GCSEs and want the knowledge and experience to get straight into employment, an apprenticeship or higher education. You’ll spend 80% of your time in the classroom and 20% on a 45-day placement with an employer to give you the skills and knowledge companies look for.
Not quite ready to step onto a T Level programme?
We also offer T Level Foundation year programmes designed to help you develop the skills and experience needed to progress on to a T Level
Created with business
T Levels have been designed with leading businesses and employers to give you the knowledge and skills you need.
More than 200 businesses have been involved so you can be confident your T Level will move you to the next level. You will gain professional development and specific sector skills in a real work environment.
Get ahead in your career
T Levels give you the chance to learn what a real career is like while you continue your studies.
Your industry placement will last for at least 45 days – when and how you complete it depends on the T Level, college and employer. Check out student views on industry placements.
Qualifications that count
When you pass your T Level, you will get a nationally recognised certificate showing the overall grade you achieved - pass, merit, distinction or distinction*. It will also give details of what you learned on the course to help you move into skilled employment or a higher apprenticeship.
Awarded UCAS points
Your T Level will be worth UCAS points – a T Level Distinction* is worth the same as 3 A levels at A* – and will be recognised by universities and other education providers so you can choose to continue studying if you wish.
Learn your way
T Levels involve more classroom study than apprenticeships, which means you can experience an industry while you continue your studies.
Like A levels, there are no tuition fees to study a T Level if you start before you are 19.
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These courses require a minimum of 4 GCSEs (grades 9 - 4)
Most courses also require a minimum of grade 4 in GCSE English and or Maths.
Please see individual courses for specific entry requirements.
If you have not achieved a grade 4 in GCSE English and or Maths, you can retake these courses alongside your extended diploma programme.
Level 3 Extended Diplomas are two year courses where you study one subject. These are often called ‘vocational courses’. They are equivalent to 3 A Levels, carry UCAS points and are suitable for progression to university.
Equivalent to 3 A Levels
Our Level 3 Extended Diplomas are equivalent to 3 A Levels. Choose one subject from our wide range of courses to become a specialist in this area. Successful graduates of this programme progress to university, degree apprenticeships or enter high skilled employment.
Technical hands on learning
Vocational courses are developed with professional industry practice in mind. These courses are hands on and you will learn key practical skills required to work in this industry.
Professional industry experts
Vocational teachers at NewVIc have years of professional industry experience and are highly qualified, their experience includes working in leading research roles, as senior designers, engineers, entrepreneurs and in the financial sector.
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These courses require a minimum of 2 GCSEs (grades 9 - 4)
Most courses also require a minimum of grade 3 in GCSE English or Maths.
Please see individual courses for specific entry requirements.
If you have not achieved a grade 4 in GCSE English and or Maths, you can retake these courses alongside your level 2 programme.
One year courses
Level 2 vocational are one year courses where you study one subject. These courses are often called BTECs. These courses are suitable for progression to a Level 3 course such as a Level 3 Extended Diploma, A Levels, T Levels or apprenticeships and employment.
Hands on learning
Our Level 2 courses focus on one subject area such as Art or Business and on improving your English and Maths grades. These courses are hands on and you will learn key practical skills.
Tailored support and development
You will be supported by a tutor who will review and support your progress. In addition to this, you will have the opportunity to take part in a range of development activities designed to advance your leadership, social, intellectual, enterprise and team working skills.
Core skills
You will receive an opportunity to further develop your numeracy, literacy and research skills. All students on a Level 2 course will also be studying towards GCSE Maths and or English if they have a grade 3 or below at GCSE.
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Foundation Learning is a starting point for those who need a little more support, do not have the qualifications they need to progress or want to fast-track their learning. We offer a tailored programme based on individual needs and starting points. This programme is suitable for students with no qualifications, GCSE grades below grade 3 or SEND.
We offer a tailored programme based on your starting point, how you learn and what you are looking to progress to. During the application process our team will assess your individual needs and advise on a tailored package of courses and units which will allow you to achieve your goal.
Our Foundation Learning programme is suitable for a wide range of students which include:
Students with SEND looking to prepare for adulthood, employment and independent living
Students who have no GCSEs or grades below a 3 and looking to progress to intermediate vocational and technical training
Students who have no GCSEs or grades below a 3 and looking to fast-track to advanced vocational and technical training
Students who want to learn to speak English
Students who have no GCSEs and looking to fast-track to advanced academic study
We have a supported application journey for Foundation Learning programme. If you are interested in applying, please click the button below to complete the application request form. Once completed a member of staff will be in touch with you to determine which level and package of programmes will be most suitable for you.
Integrated and inclusive
Foundation Learning students are included in all aspects of College life. We have a wide range of inclusive sport and enrichment activities where Foundation Learning students can develop and maintain friendships with students from across the College.
Specialist teachers and practitioners
Foundation Learning is a team made up of specialist teachers with years of experience working with and supporting young adults in education. Our Inclusive Learning team will also support you with your individual learning needs. Classes are small and are supported by specialist learning support practitioners who provide group support in lessons and at break. Where necessary they are also able to take care of any personal needs.
Tailored support and development
You will be supported by a tutor who will review and support your progress. Towards the end of your programme, your tutor will support and guide you to help you move onto your next step. In addition to this, you will have the opportunity to take part in a range of development activities designed to advance your leadership, social, intellectual, enterprise and team working skills.
All Foundation Learning courses are designed to prepare students for adulthood.
Preparing for adulthood is a series of stages that all young people go through when they move on from being a teenager to becoming an adult. It can be an exciting time of new opportunities, choices and increased independence. At NewVIc, students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities have tailored support, exciting experiences and are included in all aspects of College life.
Our courses are centred around the following four key topics:
Employment is at the heart of Post 16 education and training and alongside vocational courses. We offer a range of work-based experiences and activities which are designed to develop employability skills and self-confidence.
Developing independence is an aim for everyone with SEND. Whether this includes learning to master and self-manage some everyday tasks such as practical living skills, learning to be an independent traveller, shopping, learning to be safe or preparing to progress to sheltered, supported or independent living. We provide students a range of experiences and opportunities, which include fully equipped training kitchens and situation rooms.
Foundation Learning students are included in all aspects of College life. We provide tailored and inclusive enrichment, sport and a wide range of opportunities which support students to develop and maintain friendships and feel safe and confident.
A wide range of support is available for young people to manage their own health. We also have a welfare suite for students with medical and personal care needs.
