A Levels

A Level Art and Design is the course for you if you have an imagination and a dedicated work ethic, and if you want to explore a range of disciplines and give visual form to your thoughts, feelings, observations and ideas.

Are you captivated by the animals on BBC nature programmes? Do you want to understand the causes of cancer or the potential uses of stem cells in medicine? Are you concerned about the impacts of our ever increasing population on the environment? If so, A Level Biology is for you. Biologists want to understand how living organisms function and interact, so they can help solve problems of the future.

Business is a field that is undeniably important to society, with businesses and business leaders having been the key architects of the digital age and the globalised world we inhabit.

Chemistry is sometimes known as the central science, as it connects physical sciences (e.g., mathematics, physics) with applied sciences (e.g., biology, medicine, engineering). A Level Chemistry provides an opportunity to study the amazing variety of substances that make up our world, as you appreciate why they are the way they are, why they behave as they do, and how they can be adapted and used in modern life.

A Level Drama is a vastly enjoyable course that focuses on creativity, academic reading, teamwork and performing, as you write your own plays, act in plays, and review professional productions. Top universities appreciate that A Level Drama applicants have strong skills in literature, leadership and public speaking, yet it is also an excellent option if you wish to take a balanced array of subjects. It also looks good on university applications when taken alongside subjects that require different skills, since it proves your well-roundedness as a scholar.

What caused the global economy to crash in 2008? How will the rise of AI affect your future? How bad for the UK is 9% inflation? Why has the cost of living increased so much? Is the NHS the best way to provide healthcare for the UK? Is inequality growing and should we care? By studying A Level Economics, you will gain the tools to tackle these questions, as well as examine the questions that will define our current and future generations.

One of the best ways to develop a greater understanding of both yourself and others is through the careful study of literature, which can act as a gateway into the broadest possible range of lives, places and experiences. By reading and studying works of literature, you are able to explore bold ideas, travel in strange and fascinating worlds, and experience more than you could ever hope to in just one lifetime. While, hopefully, all of that sounds challenging and rewarding, perhaps the best reason to study A Level English Literature is that reading, discussing and writing about literature can simply be really good fun!

More than 220 million people speak French on five continents and France is a key economic global player, with French being the other language of international relations widely used, alongside English, in the UN, the EU, UNESCO and NATO.

A Level Further Mathematics is aimed at those who enjoy mathematics, as it provides a challenge and a chance to explore new and/or more sophisticated mathematical concepts. As well as being highly regarded by universities, those who take A Level Further Mathematics often find that the additional time spent studying mathematics boosts their marks in A Level Mathematics.

Geographers are excited about the world in which they live and develop a valuable understanding of the physical and human processes which shape our planet. If you want to answer questions such as, ‘What are the issues caused by unequal flows of international trades?’, ‘How will the world cope with a projected population of 10 billion?’, or ‘How would a supervolcano eruption affect our planet?’ then A Level Geography is the subject for you.

Globally, around 132 million people speak German as a first or second language and learning German will open the door to exciting opportunities in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the UK, as Germany is one of Britain’s biggest trade partners with strong financial service and business ties.

If you want to know where power lies, how parties operate, and how governments work, then A Level Government and Politics is for you. Politics has an enormous impact on our lives, and A Level Government and Politics will equip you with a strong understanding of how power is exercised, in this country and internationally. It will equip you with the knowledge and skills to play a full part in the political process.

History is the study of humanity in all of its chaotic complexity. While there is a real pleasure to be derived from delving into the narrative of our past for its own sake, history is not just about chronicling the past. It is an ongoing dialogue, between academics, who use empirical evidence to explain why events unfolded as they did. The breadth of evidence available makes history a truly multidisciplinary subject. When historians investigate the past, they have to use an array of relevant skills in order to come to the fullest understanding possible of the period.

A Level Latin offers an insight into one of the greatest ancient civilisations of the western world. Not only will you continue to develop your linguistic skills, you will use these skills to read and analyse some of the finest pieces of literature written. Such texts are wonderful to read in themselves but it is very gratifying to read them in the original language, knowing over 2,000 years separates you from the author.

Our sixth form’s Liberal Studies options are designed to help you extend your learning beyond your usual A Level curriculum, building valuable skills and knowledge for future study and the workplace. Through our Liberal Studies options, you may explore subjects linked to a university course that interests you or examine a topic linked to your A Level studies.

A Level Mathematics is a good option, regardless of your desired future university study. It develops concepts that you first learnt in (I)GCSE Mathematics and introduces many new ones, to allow you to solve problems with more complexity.

Philosophy is concerned with ideas: ideas about the world, ideas about the self, ideas about others, ideas about right and wrong, and ideas about the beyond. Philosophy pulls these ideas apart and forms them anew.

Physics is a subject for curious minds. It aims to provide a fundamental understanding of our world, from the large scale structure of the universe to the behaviour of sub-atomic particles. Aside from the simple joy of finding things out, physics plays a central role in a wide range of practical applications. Whether you want to develop a Theory of Everything or make your e-scooter more efficient, A Level Physics will help build the skills you need.

It is estimated over 437 million people speak Spanish as a native language, making it the second most spoken language in the world! Being able to understand Spanish not only makes travel abroad easier, it also opens up an exciting range of opportunities. In an increasingly global market, speaking Spanish will help you communicate with international clients, negotiate business deals, and collaborate with experts from across the globe. In addition, language skills are important for professional success in the current business climate, and can help you learn about other cultures and your own!

Our sixth formers undertake an EPQ, which allows you to work on an independent project, on an academic topic of your choosing, that is relevant to your future plans. Worth half an A Level, the EPQ is highly valued by universities as it offers evidence of your ability to carry out in-depth research and presentation skills, and proof of strong independent study skills.