The A Level study programme option will appeal strongly to students who:

  • Have enjoyed academic teaching and learning in schools and are comfortable and successful with examinations as the main form of assessment.
  • Enjoy private study, researching topics, reading around subjects and can work independently.
  • Want to study traditional subjects such as Geography, History, Mathematics and English to a higher level.
  • Are interested in a career where, at present, A-levels are the preferred entry route e.g., Medicine, Veterinary Science, Law.

A Levels at Bury College:

  • Study three A Level subjects (four by exception)
  • May include one Applied A Level subject
  • Two-year course
  • Assessment is predominantly exam based
  • Group and one-to-one tutorials
  • Enrichment programme

Careers guidance and preparation for progress through:

  • University visits
  • Work placements and visits
  • Voluntary work

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