POST 16 - Full Time
You want to stay in full time education after you leave year 11 – what better place
to go than Exeter College where you get to choose from a huge range of courses?
nge of courses?
You get the chance to continue with subjects you studied at school
or take up something new. We have courses at all levels. It’s important
that you find the level that is the right starting point for you, then work your
way up.
Whilst many of our students come straight from year 11 with a range of GCSEs, there
are many students who make a real success of their time at the college who haven't
come this 'traditional' route. You may have:
- come from a school that does not offer GCSEs
- not done as well as you know you could because you felt that school wasn't 'right'
for you
- been ill or had difficult situations
Don't worry. If you think you haven't got the entry requirements for our courses
– come and talk to us, we have great progression courses that will 'fast track'
you to a bright future.
There are many different qualifications so it can get a bit confusing. But the good
news is we’ve got the best range of courses so there’s bound to be something just
right for you.
You might want to do:
These courses are for those students who may need Life Skills support and who wish
to study a varied and interesting course at entry level. You can develop your confidence
and progress towards further education, training or employment. The course work
is based around real life situations and you are encouraged to develop your ability
to work independently, to share experiences and to build on your existing skills
and knowledge.
What will I need?There are no formal entry requirements.
You just need enthusiasm, commitment and a desire to succeed. A course tutor will
interview you when you apply for these courses.
NVQ Level 1 and BTEC Introductory Diploma courses
These courses are a great way to get an introduction to the work area you’ve chosen.
You will also be able to develop the skills that employers are looking for called
employability skills. These include working in teams and solving problems. You’ll
also be able to improve you skills with reading, writing, using numbers and information
technology.
What will I need? Some of our courses need four E grades
at GCSE but don’t worry about your grades. We will talk to you at your interview
about what you are doing, what your strengths are and together we will make sure
that the course suits you.
These are level 2 courses and are designed for those students who have an idea of
the area of work they might want in the future. They normally last a year and many
students go onto to do the BTEC National Diploma.
What will I need? You normally need 4 GCSE grade Ds or
a merit/distinction at foundation level or a pass at foundation level plus a level
1 Key Skills numeracy and literacy (or equivalent). For some courses you may need
a specific GCSE at grade D – ask us if you're not sure.
These are level 3 courses and focus on one area of work. These courses are designed
to help students continue learning the skills required to get a job in that particular
work area. Students who are successful at this course can go on to higher education
or get a job in their chosen field. A National Award is equivalent to a full A level
(AS and A2) but you have to commit to it for two years and it is normally completed
alongside other A levels.
What will I need? You will normally need a minimum of
four grade C GCSEs or at least a pass in a 6-unit Level 2 vocational course in an
appropriate subject eg BTEC First Diploma or OCR National. Students will normally
have at least a grade C in English, plus you may need particular grades at GCSE
in the subject related to the course you've chosen.
These are level 3 courses and we have a wide range of courses including over 45
different A levels for you to choose from. You can continue with subjects you studied
at school or take up something new. Most students take four-five AS subjects in
the first year. You may then choose to specialise to three or four as A2 subjects
in the second year.
What will I need? You will normally need a minimum of
five grade C GCSEs or equivalent level and these must normally include English and
Maths.
This is a level 3 course where you study six subjects from the start – normally
three at Higher level and three at Standard level. Click here
to find out more about this exciting and internationally recognised course – Exeter
College is the only College in Devon that offers it!
What will I need? You will need a minimum of five grade
C GCSEs including English and Maths.