General Education Courses

Most of the information contained in this section is relevant for all. However some parts are specific to certain age groups.

Further Education Courses

You can study Vocational A levels, NVQs, BTEC courses, A levels and GCSEs in a wide variety of subjects at local school sixth forms and further education colleges.

Generally, school sixth forms offer A levels, AS levels, GCSEs and a limited selection of Vocational A levels, whilst post-16 colleges are more likely to offer a broader range of vocational courses, including BTECs and NVQs, as well as Vocation A levels and A/AS levels.

For a full overview of the qualifications that are available, visit the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) website.