Severe Weather

The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for snow tonight and tomorrow (08/01/26 and 09/01/26), which may affect some of our campuses. We are keeping a close eye on the forecast, and our site teams will be checking conditions first thing in the morning.

The college will remain open unless we tell you otherwise. If there are any changes, we will keep you updated through our usual channels, including the campus closures page.

What’s the right course level for me?

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Not sure what qualification you’re looking for or what level to start at?

Here’s a guide to help you choose the right level and show you the type of job it could lead to.

Level Qualification Job Level
7 Masters Degree / Doctorate NVQ 5 Chartered
professional
6 Honours Degree Higher
Apprenticeship
NVQ 4
5 Foundation Degree, HND Diploma in Higher
Education		 Management
professional
4 HNC Certificate in Higher
Education
3 Level 3 Extended Diploma 3 A Levels Advanced
Apprenticeship
NVQ 3		 Advanced
technician,
skilled
supervisory
Level 3 Diploma 2 A Levels
Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma 1 A Level
Level 3 Certificate 1 AS Level
2 Level 2 Diploma 4 GCSEs (A*-C) Apprenticeship
NVQ 2		 Semi-skilled
operator
Level 2 Extended Certificate 3 GCSEs (A*-C)
Level 2 Certificate 2 GCSEs (A*-C)
1 Level 1 Certificate or
Diploma		 GCSEs (D-G) Traineeship
NVQ 1		 Operator
Entry Basic Skills / Skills for Life
Vocationally-related
learning		 Academic learning Work-based
learning
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Did you know?

Students doing a Level 3, 90 Credit Diploma can progress to a Level 3, 180 Credit Diploma in the 2nd year upon successful completion of the 90 Credit Diploma.

Our Level 3 vocational courses attract UCAS Tariff points, just like A Levels. The amount depends on the course you do.

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