Level 2 Academic Pathway
WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?
Are you passionate about a subject like Politics, History, Geography or Psychology and want to study it at A Level, and maybe even university, but don’t have the GCSE entry requirements yet? If so, then this is the course for you.
The Level 2 Academic Pathway is designed to help you develop the academic skills and subject knowledge you need to progress onto Level 3 study.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
This course focuses upon the development of the academic skills and knowledge required for studying A Levels and other Level 3 courses such as V Levels. As such, it is the next step towards studying at university for those students that don’t yet have the GCSE grades to study Level 3 subjects yet.
Some of the skills you will develop on this course include critical thinking, essay writing, skills for effective learning and note taking. Whilst further developing your knowledge of Humanities and Social Science subjects such as History, Geography, Politics, Criminology, Sociology and Psychology. You will also have the opportunity to resit your GCSE Maths and/or English as required, helping you to achieve the grades you need for your next step.
WHERE WILL IT TAKE ME?
Successful completion of the Academic Pathway will enable you to progress onto Level 3 study, such as 3 A Levels or a V Level. A Level 3 qualification can open up the possibility of progressing onto university in the future, as well as providing a strong foundation for further study and your future career.
1 year
At least 3 GCSEs at Grade 3 including Maths and English (Literature or Language).
