Choosing the right course is the first step to success. Most of our courses in year 12 and 13 are delivered in partnership with Boomsatsuma, Robins Foundation or The Bristol School of Acting. Have a browse of the courses we have to offer and find out more about the courses on our delivery partners websites.
Whatever course you choose you can be sure of amazing facilities in an innovate and creative state-of-the-art building, giving you the opportunity to reach your full creative potential.
Entry Requirements
We are looking for students who have a genuine interest in the creative and information technology industries. This can be evidenced through GCSE qualifications in relevant subject areas or a portfolio of work.
Students need grade 4 or above in English, maths and grade 4 or above or Level 2 Pass or above in any relevant subject areas they wish to study at level 3. (See table below).
Level 3 Courses | Creative Digital Media | Multidisciplinary Art | E-Sports | Music (Creative Music Industry) |
Level 2 subjects required at grade 4 / L2 pass or higher (Vocational or GCSE) | Media | Art & Design | Business & Enterprise | Music |
Graphics | Photography | IT | Business & Enterprise | |
Photography | Graphics | Computer Science | IT | |
Business & Enterprise | Textiles | Media | Media | |
DT | e-sports | |||
3D design |
We also consider applications from students who have gained a grade 3 in English and maths. (Resists compulsory).
Admission to Courses
In addition to meeting the minimum academic entry requirements for post-16 education, applicants may need to fulfil additional entrance criteria for specific courses they are applying for.
If internal or external applicants meet the overall academic entry requirements but do not meet the specific course criteria, they may be directed to an alternative course that aligns with their qualifications. This will be finalised during post-16 enrolment.
All applicants must provide evidence of their GCSE results on the enrolment date, along with proof of legal residency (such as a passport, birth certificate, or visa) to complete the enrolment process successfully.
While every effort is made to accommodate students, admission to post-16 does not guarantee entry to a particular course listed in the prospectus. Any changes to the course offerings will be communicated before enrolment when possible.
In September, Post-16 will conduct suitability checks to assess students’ needs and determine if their chosen study program is appropriate. If a course is deemed unsuitable, students and parents will be advised of our concerns and the reasons why, and, if needed, guided in support for their next steps.