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Qualifications explained

A Levels

A Levels are an academically-based programme that normally take two years to complete full-time. They are made up of two parts, AS and A2. You must pass an AS in your first year before you study at A2 level in the second year. Students normally choose four AS subjects in year one, and continue three of these subjects to A2 in year two. In addition, you can choose to take AS General Studies.

A Levels involve considerable amounts of reading, research and essay writing. Assessment is mainly by written exams, although in some subjects there is an element of coursework and practical assessments. Students are expected to do four hours of study for each subject every week, on top of lessons.

Administration & Secretarial Studies

Administration and Secretarial courses are for students who wish to pursue a career in an office environment or who are considering a career as a secretary, legal secretary or personal assistant.

Assessment is mainly courseworkbased, with approximately six or seven practical exams, including timed external exams in IT and shorthand. Students are expected to do 10 hours of study each week, on top of classes.

Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships are a nationally recognised work-based learning scheme for people aged 16-24. They combine work with learning, both on and off the job. They give you an opportunity to improve your skills and career prospects while earning a salary.

Apprenticeships are suitable for students looking to get practical skills for the workplace. In addition to Level 2 Apprenticeships we also offer Level 3 Apprenticeships.

Apprentices need to be enthusiastic, focused on their career, prepared to work hard and be on time. 

For more information about Apprenticeships please visit our Apprenticeship course page.

Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)

AAT qualifications are one-year courses, designed to give you practical financial skills for the workplace. They can offer a fasttrack, non graduate route into chartered accountancy. Assessment is by timed computerised examinations.

BTECs

BTEC qualifications combine a practical approach to learning with work-related study. We offer a range of different levels of BTECs, including:

  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diplomas, which are equivalent to three A Levels.
  • BTEC Level 3 Diplomas, which are equivalent to two A Levels.
  • BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diplomas, which are equivalent to one A Level.
  • BTEC Level 2 Diplomas, which are equivalent to four GCSEs at grade A*–C

Level 2 BTECs are one-year courses and Level 3 BTECs are two-year courses. The Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma can be taken as part of the A Level programme.

Students are expected to do 12 hours of study per week for Level 3 Extended Diplomas, eight hours for Level 3 Diplomas, four hours for Level 3 Subsidiary Diplomas and 10 hours for Level 2 Diplomas on top of lessons and work experience.

Essential Skills

We offer a special Essential Skills programme for students with learning difficulties and or disabilities. Through a series of one-year modules, this programme aims to help you progress to further education, training and employment.

See our Essential Skills page for more details.

Foundation Learning

Foundation Learning courses are one-year programmes that can help you to progress onto a Level 2 BTEC Diploma or Apprenticeship. It includes a vocational qualification, Functional Skills and Personal & Social Development.

Functional Skills/GCSE Requirements

If you haven’t achieved GCSE English Language or Maths at grade C or above before you join Seevic College, you must either resit GCSE English Language and/ or Maths. If you achieved below a grade D you must take a functional skills course in English/Maths. This will be discussed with you when you enrol.

Supplementary Courses

We offer a choice of extra subjects for study over one year to broaden your experience and enhance your range of qualifications. We will discuss entry onto suitable supplementary courses during your interview and enrolment.

Finding your ideal course combination

It is important to think about how you want to study at Seevic College, as well as choosing what to study. When choosing your courses, consider the style of study and assessment that suits your needs and preferences.

College staff are on hand to discuss the best options for you at our Open Evenings held throughout the year, at Further Education exhibitions and events at Partner Schools.

For more advice email us info@seevic-college.ac.uk or call 01268 756 111