Shireland CBSO Sixth Form
Course entry requirements for september 2026
Students are expected to achieve a minimum of Grade 5 or above at GCSE to be considered for A level and vocational courses. Below are the minimum entry requirements for all level 3 courses.
| Subject | Course | GCSE Maths Level | GCSE English Level | Other Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art | A level | 5 | 5 | Grade 6 GCSE Art |
| Biology | A level | 6 | 6 | Grade 6 GCSE Science and/or Grade 6 GCSE Biology |
| Chemistry | A level | 6 | 5 | Grade 6 GCSE Science and/or Grade 6 GCSE Chemistry |
| Drama & Theatre | A level | 5 | 5 | Grade 6 GCSE Drama or a relevant Level 2 BTEC qualification at Merit or an ability to demonstrate competence in the required skills through external examination and/or performance. |
| English Literature | A level | 5 | 6 | Grade 6 GCSE English Language |
| Mathematics | A level | 6 | 5 | Grade 6 GCSE Maths |
| Music | A level | 5 | 5 | Grade 6 GCSE Music or BTEC Music or equivalent at Merit. Must also be working at instrument or vocal Grade 5 or above. |
| History | A level | 5 | 5 | Grade 6 GCSE History |
| Geography | A level | 5 | 5 | Grade 6 GCSE Geography |
| Physics | A level | 6 | 5 | Grade 6 GCSE Science and/or Grade 6 GCSE Physics and Grade 6 GCSE Maths |
| Psychology | A level | 5 | 6 | |
| Sociology | A level | 5 | 6 | |
| Philosophy, Ethics, and Religion | A level | 5 | 5 | |
| Computer Science | A level | 5 | 5 | |
| Extended Certificate in Sound Engineering | Vocational | 5 | 5 | Grade 6 GCSE Music or BTEC Music or Music Technology or equivalent at Merit. Must also be working at instrument or vocal Grade 5 or above. |
| Applied Science | Vocational | 4 | 4 | Grade 5 GCSE Science |
| Health and Social Care | Vocational | 4 | 4 | Grade 5 GCSE Science |
| Childcare | Vocational | 4 | 4 | |
| Music Pathway – Music and a choice of 2 other subjects | Mixed | 5 | 5 | Grade 6 GCSE Music or BTEC Music or equivalent at Merit. Must also be working at instrument or vocal Grade 5 or above. |
| Music Technology Pathway – Extended Certificate in Sound Engineering and a choice of 2 other subjects | Mixed | 5 | 5 | Grade 6 GCSE Music or BTEC Music or equivalent at Merit. Must also be working at instrument or vocal Grade 5 or above. |
