Courses

Even more to courses choose from!

At Weston College we have the biggest and most diverse collection of courses in the country. As a school leaver you may be looking for A-levels, BTECs, vocational qualifications or an apprenticeship - with such a wide range of subjects available at all levels, you can be sure of finding something that will really suit you.

COURSE FINDER

Use the Course Finder above to easily find the ideal course. Once you’ve selected your course criteria, click SEARCH to view the results.

Levels explained

When you view the details of your chosen course, you’ll notice it has
been given a ‘Level’. Whatever your previous experience or GCSE
grades, we can get you started on the path you want, with courses
available at all levels. Below you‘ll find a quick guide to what all the
levels mean:

LEVEL 4: Higher Education

What Qualifications:

• BA Hons
• HND
• HNC
• FdA/Fdsc (Foundation Degree)

Entry requirements:

UCAS Points from successful completion of A Levels/BTEC Nationals etc (See Level 3).

LEVEL 3: Advanced

What Qualifications:

• A Level (AS and A2 Levels - what does this mean?)
• BTEC National Diploma
• BTEC National Certificate
• NVQ Level 3

Entry requirements:

Normally you’ll need 4-5 GCSEs grade A-C or an appropriate Level 2 qualification.

LEVEL 2: Intermediate

What Qualifications:

• BTEC First Diploma
• City & Guilds Level 2
• NVQ Level 2

Entry requirements:

Normally you’ll need 4 GCSEs grade C-E or an appropriate Level 1 qualification.

LEVEL 1: Foundation

What Qualifications:

• BTEC Introductory Diploma
• BTEC Introductory Certificate
• NVQ Level 1
• Progression Award

Entry requirements:

Normally you'll need GCSEs grade E-G plus a commitment to learning

LEVEL: Entry

What Qualifications:

• Preparations for Work and Life
• Extension Studies

Entry requirements:

No formal qualifications are needed. However, you must show you are willing to take responsibility for your learning and development and work closely with the course team. You will need to attend a course guidance interview.

LEVEL: Pre-Entry

What Qualifications:

• Preparations for Work and Life
• Extension Studies

Entry requirements:

You do not need any formal qualifications, but you must be able to demonstrate a commitment to futhering your studies for the workplace.

This could be a 1,2, or 3 year programme depending on your individual needs. This will be fully discussed during your interview.