Selecting the right course

If you already have:

• 5 GCSEs A*–C (or equivalent)

• NVQ level 2

• BTEC First.

then you should be aiming for level 3 advanced courses, including:

• A-levels including applied A-levels

• BTEC National or BTEC Higher National

• NVQ level 3

• Apprenticeship at level 3.

If you already have:

• 4 GCSEs C,D,E (or equivalent)
• NVQ level 1.

then you should be aiming for level 2 intermediate courses, including:

• BTEC First
• NVQ level 2
• Apprenticeships at level 2.

If you already have:

• GCSE grades E, F, G (or equivalent).

then you should be aiming for level 1 foundation courses, including:

• GCSEs
• NVQ level 1.