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What level should I choose?

To help find the right course for you, we've divided the courses into three levels – advanced, intermediate and foundation.

Level 3 advanced courses

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

Level 2 intermediate courses

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

Level 1 foundation courses

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

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