Sixth Form
Take your sixth form experience to the next level with our exclusive new pathways, delivered in partnership with Birmingham City University (BCU).
Explore one of our 3 dynamic course pathways, designed to prepare you for careers that make a difference:
| Nursing and Midwifery | Paramedic | Early Years and Primary Education |
|---|---|---|
| Learn the skills to care for others and build a career in healthcare. | Get trained for life-saving work on the frontline of emergency care. | Shape the future by working with children in their most formative years. |
| AAQ Medical Science (Extended Certificate) + AAQ Health and Social Care (Extended Certificate) + 1 additional qualification | AAQ Medical Science (Extended Certificate) + AAQ Applied Science (Extended Certificate) + 1 additional qualification | AAQ Early Childhood Development (Extended Certificate) 2 additional qualifications |
| FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE NURSING AND MIDWIFERY PATHWAY | FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE PARAMEDIC PATHWAY | FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE EARLY YEARS AND PRIMARY EDUCATION PATHWAY |
What is an AAQ?
AAQ is a Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification and provides a BTEC National in the course choice. It is accredited by Pearson Education; it is the equivalent of one A level. Assessment is via exam and coursework.
Additional options can be chosen from:
- Maths (requires GCSE grade 6)
- Biology (requires GCSE grade 6)
- Chemistry (requires GCSE grade 6)
- Physics (requires GCSE grade 6)
- Health and Social Care
- Sociology
- Psychology
- History
- English
- Art
- Drama
- Music
- Sound Engineering
- Computer Science
Why choose us?
- Expert-Led Learning: Taught by university professionals.
- Real-World Experience: Gain practical skills with job placements.
- Immersive Workshops: Held on campus at Birmingham City University.
- A Head Start to University: Guaranteed interviews when applying to Birmingham City University.
- Priority opportunities to experience clinical skills facilities at Birmingham City University.
