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Entry into Tring School Sixth Form
AS courses require a high level of intellectual ability and commitment to work, it is paramount that students select courses that are appropriate to their ability. A variety of courses can be taken, to suit the individual’s needs. Many students take four AS levels and then drop to three in their second year of study. Other students start and maintain three subjects over the two years, and in some cases students complete a year of Level 2 courses and then stay on a further 2 years to complete level 3 courses.
The type of course a student studies depends upon their GCSE results.
Entry on to courses will depend on GCSE point scores. GCSE grades are given a point’s standard (DfES standards)
Level Three Courses: A level courses
Level Two Courses: GCSE equivalent courses
GCSE point scores
A* |
A |
B |
C |
D |
E |
F |
G |
58 |
52 |
46 |
40 |
34 |
28 |
22 |
16 |
Students wishing to study Level 3 courses (A levels):
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Will need to achieve a minimum of 320 points, based on their eight best GCSE results. |
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We expect English and Maths to be included in these |
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We also expect that students will achieve a minimum of a Grade B in those subjects they wish to study at Level 3 |
If you wish to study four level 3 courses:
You need to achieve a minimum of 372 points
If you wish to study three level 3 courses:
You need between 320 – 372 points
If you obtain less than 320 points you can study level 2 courses
Examples of GCSE point score requirements
| 4 A’ Levels |
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3 A’ Levels |
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Level 2 Courses |
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6 x A = 348
2 x B = 104 |
3 x A =156
5 x B = 230 |
4 x B = 184
3 x C = 120
1 x D = 34 |
2 x B = 92
4 x C = 160
2 x D = 68 |
5 x C = 200
2 x D = 68
1 x E = 28 |
1 X C = 40
5 X D = 170
2 X E = 56 |
| 452 |
386 |
338 |
320 |
296 |
266 |
All students will have the opportunity to discuss their results with the Sixth Form team and advice will always be given to suit their needs. Connexions service will also be available to offer careers advice.
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