Art A Level is the ideal course to take to begin or develop skills in various areas of art, that will open doors to many creative careers in the future. You will have the opportunity to explore exciting traditional and experimental artistic processes and techniques. This covers a wide range of skills including drawing, painting, printmaking, ...

You will study the natural science concerned with the study of life, living organism sand ecosystems. Biology at Advanced level will be challenging, but will be fascinating, engaging and relevant to you, and above all, this planet. You will benefit from access to our recently refurbished and well-equipped laboratories, which include modern ap...

In today’s society, it is so important to learn about businesses, how they run, and why it matters. Every industry relies on business principles to survive and thrive. Even while times change, the primary role of business remains the same: to provide customers with goods and services. This A Level will provide you with the knowledge to hav...

Chemistry helps us understand the world in which we live, and studying it will help you to develop research, problem solving, and analytical skills. Completing this A Level will open doors to many career prospects, including pharmacy, chemical engineering, biomedical sciences and medicine. Studying this course means that you will also be p...

If you’re passionate and looking to gain valuable knowledge and skills about computers, how they run, and they’re architecture, Computer Science will be the course for you. The course requires thinking both in concrete and abstract terms. Though it will be demanding, as the world is becoming more dependent on computer systems, having qua...

If you’re passionate about the safety and well-being of society, and looking into how to reduce crime, this course will give you skills you can carry with you as you progress into a career in the sector. Studying criminology will provide a good grounding in the knowledge and understanding required to go on to employment in the criminal just...

Economics is not solely focused on numbers and money; it also considers the world around us from a social, financial and cultural perspective, gaining an understanding of economic theories and interrelationships between macro and micro economic issues. You will also develop skills in communication, analytical and numerical skills. This cours...

You will acquire knowledge in a variety of forms of written prose, including modern and classic novels. You will also learn and understand what language is used in different contexts and why. You will gain skills such as a high quality of written work, in-depth, critical and contextual analysis, independent thinking, and effective communicatio...

It is widely recognised by universities and employers that English Literature provides the most transferable skills, with English graduates to secure the widest range of careers. This course is perfect if you have an interest in reading a range of prose, and understanding which features are used and why. Due to its range of transferable skills...

You will study; conditions for life on Earth including ecosystems and biodiversity, the atmosphere and global climate change, the importance and impact of different energy supplies, pollutants and strategies to control them, agriculture, dynamic equilibria and material cycles, as well as scientific methodologies and sampling techniques. Enviro...

Taking this course will encourage you to find your own style, while gathering inspiration from other designers and their work. You will also be inspired to be inventive and experiment with techniques and processes you’ve not tried before. This course is part of our Sixth Form Career Excellence Hubs, which brings you closer to industry than ...

You will develop confident, effective communication skills in French and a thorough understanding of the culture of countries and communities where French is native, as well as historical importance of the country. You will be given the opportunity to go on our popular trip to Marseille to put your learning into practice and learn about French...

This course aims to consolidate the information and knowledge given in your standard A Level maths to help you receive the best possible grade. It will also act as a perfect steppingstone to Maths at degree level. On the first year of this programme, you will study A Level maths before progressing to further mathematics in the second. Not onl...

Taking the Geography A Level will give you a deeper understanding in environmental systems, natural disasters and many other processes that take place every single day. It gives meaning to places and spaces, and their importance and contribution. Ensuring the wellbeing and sustainability of our plant is of huge importance for us and generation...

Studying the diversity of human experiences, struggles and successes will help you to understand and appreciate traditions, cultures and ideas, and how they originated to where society is at now. It will also give you a clearer understanding of identities from all over the world. This course is part of our Sixth Form Career Excellence Hubs, w...

Employers need people who are able to develop systems for their computers, develop applications, and analyse data using IT. By completing this course, you will develop transferable skills and knowledge to progress to apprenticeships or further education to achieve this, meaning you’ll have the qualities that employers will be looking for. T...

If you have an interest in the way the legal system works, how criminals are treated, among many other types of law, and the role it has in today’s society, this course will deepen and develop your knowledge in the topic. If you’re aiming to pursue a career as a lawyer, solicitor, or any other role in the legal sector, this course is the ...

This programme will add depth to your GCSE knowledge. Not only will you learn mathematical processes, which will enable you to work in high-level industries (such as engineering, sciences, finance and computing), but you will learn how to spot and solve more complex real-life problems with confidence. This course is part of our Sixth Form Ca...

In this course, you will examine and analyse a wide range of media, applying theoretical knowledge, and understanding its impact. This course will encourage you to be highly creative and try new forms of media you previously may not have had the chance to try. This course is part of our Sixth Form Career Excellence Hubs, which brings you cl...

This course will encourage you to examine and take inspiration from a range of photographers, to find your own style and push your creative boundaries to bring photography to life through both shooting and editing. This course is part of our Sixth Form Career Excellence Hubs, which brings you closer to industry than ever before. You will hear...

A Level Physics will build on the knowledge and skills you’ve already developed through core and additional sciences at GCSE. The course encourages out of the box thinking, considering theories and explanations for world phenomena. If you’re interested in the limits of space, right back to the beginning of time, this course is perfect for ...

If you have an interest in the politics and institutions of our world, this course will develop your knowledge and help you understand their impact society and on individual’s everyday life. Your skills of analysing political, social and economic issues will be improved. This course is part of our Sixth Form Career Excellence Hubs, which b...

If you’re interested in finding out why humans act in the way that they do, this course will develop your understanding, while you gain a solid understanding of theories and key concepts. You will also develop maths and research skills. As a Weston College student, you will also benefit from our Sixth Form Career Excellence Hub, which means...

Sociology is the study of society, explanations of social behaviour and an investigation into individuals' relationships with society. Sociology A Level will give you a deeper understanding on societies all over the world, including their culture, traditions and ideologies, and how they originated. Alongside this, you will study the five main...

A level Spanish is a 2 year linear programme. Students will develop their knowledge and understanding of themes relating to the culture and society of countries where Spanish is spoken, and their language skills. What the course involves They will do this by using authentic spoken and written sources in Spanish. It fosters a range of transfer...

This course is part of our Sixth Form provision and is equivalent of one A Level. Therefore that means you'll also need to choose two additional A Level subjects to study alongside this Extended Certificate. The sports industry is broad and includes both scientific and more applied, practical sectors. If you are passionate about the physical ...