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A Levels, V Levels & Equivalents
Whether you’re aiming for university, an apprenticeship or your dream career, we offer a range of Level 3 qualifications to match your goals and learning style.
Choose from A Levels, V Levels and other course equivalents and take the next step towards your future.
Find the Right Pathway for You
Every student learns differently. Some prefer traditional academic study, while others thrive through practical, career-focused learning.
At Truro & Penwith College, our Level 3 qualifications are designed to help you develop the knowledge, skills and experience needed to progress to university, apprenticeships or employment.
Whether you choose A Levels, V Levels or another equivalent qualification, you’ll benefit from expert teaching, excellent facilities and outstanding progression opportunities.
A Levels
A Levels (or Advanced Levels) are ideal for students who enjoy studying subjects in depth and want to keep a wide range of progression options open.
Most students study three subjects over two years, developing specialist knowledge and valuable analytical skills.
You will need: Five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above. Grades 5 and 6 will be required in certain subjects. See course pages for specific requirements.
At Truro & Penwith College, our students consistently achieve results that place the College among the highest-performing further education colleges in the country. In our latest results:
- 576 A* and A Grades.
- 100% pass rate in 18 A Level subjects.
- Overall pass rate of 98%.
V Levels
V Levels (or Vocational Levels) are new Level 3 qualifications that offer a vocational pathway for students who want to explore different sectors before deciding where to specialise.
Each V Level will be equivalent in size to one A Level. This means you will be able to combine V Levels with A Levels, creating a programme that reflects your interests and career ambitions.
You will need: A minimum of four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Maths and/or English. To combine V Level/s with A Levels, you must achieve Grade 4 in both Maths and English and meet the entry requirements for your chosen A Levels.
From September 2027 the College will be offering V Levels in:
- Finance & Accounting
- Education & Early Years
- Digital Systems & Data
Other equivalents
Other A Level equivalents include AAQs (Alternative Academic Qualifications), Diplomas and Extended Certificates.
These courses are equivalent to one or more A Levels, but are more skills and career focussed. They are assessed throughout your course and can be mixed with A Levels.
See individual course pages for specific entry requirements.
FIND THE COURSE FOR YOU
A Level Accounting
Truro College
Level 3
Full Time
Our Stories
Barnaby’s Story
Fowey-based Barnaby came to Truro College from Devonport High School for Boys, to study A Levels in Business Studies, English Language and Classical Civilisation.
November 4, 2026
Quinn’s Story
Quinn is studying A Level Classical Civilisation at Truro and Penwith College, alongside Modern History and English Literature. Quinn's interest in classics began with history, and the course offered a new way in.
November 4, 2026
Freya and Anya
Freya and Anya found friendship through studying Spanish at Truro and Penwith College, with Freya progressing to Veterinary Medicine and Anya continuing her studies in Art and Design.
October 9, 2026
Ben and Austin
Meet Ben and Austin, the only students studying French and Spanish at Truro and Penwith College, as they prepare to progress to Oxford and Durham universities.
October 9, 2026