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Guide to Qualifications


We know that there are lots of different options when you decide to study full-time, that's why we want to help make it simple. Whether you've just left school or you've had a break from learning and want to come to college to gain qualifications for the world of work, go on and study a foundation degree or head to university and HRC can help put on you the right course.

Qualifications

There are a range of different qualification types; this is the qualification you receive on completing your course. These are set to a national standard to ensure that different qualifications at the same level expect a similar standard of work. Many of you may already have GCSEs, by gaining more qualifications you open up a world of opportunities.

Entry Requirements/GCSE Points/UCAS points

Many of our courses have entry requirements. For those that require GCSE points or UCAS points you can find out more about these here.

Levels

You also need to know what level is best for you. Levels range from 1-5, but don't worry, if you don't have a Level 1 qualification we can still help. We also offer pre-entry and entry level courses, on completion of these you can go on to study at Level 1.


ENTRY LEVEL

Certificate of Achievement

What next?
Progress onto a Level 1

LEVEL 1

BTEC Introductory Certificate/Diploma, NVQ1, Functional Skills Level 1

What do you need?
GCSEs Grades D-G or completion of an Entry Level course

What next?
You can go on to study a Level 2 qualification, or go into employment.

LEVEL 2

GCSEs, BTEC First Certificate/Diploma, NVQ2, Functional Skills Level 2

What do you need?
4 GCSEs Grades D (136 points), Completion of a Level 1 Course

What next?
You can go on to study a Level 3 qualification, or go into employment.

LEVEL 3

BTEC National Award Certificate/Diploma, NVQ3, A-levels, Access to Higher Education Courses

What do you need?
5 GCSEs at Grade C or above (200 points), completion of a Level 2 qualification

What next?
You can go on to study a Foundation Degree, go to University, or go into employment.

LEVEL 4

Foundation Degree, NVQ 4/5

What do you need?
Full level 3 qualifications e.g. Access to Higher Education, NVQ 3. 80 UCAS Points

What next?
You can enter into employment (including graduate programmes) or go on to a Full Honours Degree.