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Courses 2020-2021

Kimberley College Sixth Form students study a wide variety of Level 3 courses, leading towards traditional and applied A-levels or vocational qualifications such as BTECs.


Students in Years 12 and 13 can also access a broad range of extra-curricular activities including Sports, Formula 24, Performing Arts productions, Public Speaking, Law Group, College Councils, Amnesty and the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme.

 

To follow our Level 3 curriculum of 3 or 4 A Level or BTEC equivalents our students are required to meet both the entry criteria for the relevant pathway and they need to achieve the specific entry requirements for each subject they propose to take (in the majority of subjects this is a 5 grade at GCSE or equivalent). It is expected that all students will have passed English and Maths at grade 4 or higher, however a retake will be necessary for those who have not yet achieved this. Please see both our admissions policy and entry requirement documents for full details.

 

It is important that you make choices carefully. Firstly, read the subject information and speak to subject teachers who will be able to explain to you what each course involves. Secondly, you will need to consider what you wish to do after your Sixth Form studies. There are many options open to you; many students will be aspiring to go to university or to College for further study, whilst some will choose to move into employment or apprenticeships after Sixth Form. Whatever it is you aspire to, it is very important that you fully research the qualifications you need to enable you to achieve your ambitions.

To find out more about each subject, click the corresponding icon below.

Rugby Development Programme

Kimberley Sixth Form College is launching a rugby development programme in partnership with Bedford Blues Rugby Club. This exciting new initiative starting in September will see coaching staff from Blues Community...

Matthew Herridge

Head of Biology

Biology A Level

Biological science is always at a very exciting stage of development. Every week some new discovery in genetics is reported, as well as developments in areas such as medicine...

Sharon Wetherell

Head of Art

Art A Level

For the first year you will follow a broad course giving you the chance to develop skills, experiment with media and master different techniques within the areas of drawing...

Fancy yourself at the head of a successful business? Got some great ideas for a new product or services? Maybe you want to work for a large company working in...

Business A Level

Kirsty Maidment

Head of Business

Kirsty Maidment

Head of Business

Business BTEC

The new BTEC Business extended certificate course uses a combination of assessment styles to give students the confidence to apply their knowledge to succeed in the workplace...

Konrad Meij

Head of ICT

Computer Science A Level

We are all living in the digital age. Every aspect of our lives is affected by computer technology. Food and medicine production and science more generally would not be possible without computers. The Internet is now the means...

Martin Slater

Head of KS5

Chemistry

Chemistry A Level

Chemistry is the study of chemical reactions and the properties of materials, covering elements, compounds and mixtures. Practical work is an important component of the course...

Kirsty Maidment

Head of Economics

Economics A Level

Economics is about choice and the impact of our choices on each other. It relates to every aspect of our lives, from the decisions we make as individuals or families to the structures...

Jade Robinson

Head of Drama

Drama A Level

Are you curious about issues and ideas and have a creative instinct for communicating your views through drama? If the answer is 'yes' then A level Drama and Theatre is the subject for you...

Michelle Gaishauser

Head of Dance

Dance A Level

The course provides excellent preparation for higher education opportunities in Dance, Theatre or The Arts. Career opportunities include performing, choreographing, teaching, arts management..

Ben Coleman

Head of English

English Lang/Lit A Level

English Language and Literature is suitable for students who are interested in exploring a wide range of fiction and non-fiction texts across different genres, periods and authors. You need a genuine...

Harry Foster-Smith

Head of Engineering

Engineering BTEC

A strong theme of this course will be the opportunity to engage in project based learning, work experience with an engineering company and to engage in original research with support from leading universities...

Garrett McTernan

Head of Maths

Further Maths A Level

If you are already a strong mathematician and want to explore the subject in even greater depth and breadth than the main maths A Level, then this is the subject for you!...

Jocya Esposito

Head of MFL

French A Level

Do you want to become fluent in French? Do you love learning about different cultures? Would you like the opportunity to travel to France? If so, this course is for you!...

Ben Coleman

Head of English

English Literature A Level

You will gain a wide appreciation and understanding of the traditions of English Literature. You will develop your skills of analysis through the study of a wide range of poetry...

Lisa Coulson

Head of Geography

Geography A Level

Geography is a qualification that enables students to engage critically with real world issues and places, apply their own geographical knowledge, understanding and skills to make sense of the world around them...

Andy Fink

Teacher of

Graphics

Graphics BTEC

You will learn problem solving, dynamic visual communication techniques, project management, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, modelling, and how to become more creative...

Sharon Crisp

Joint Head of

Religious Studies

Philosophy A Level

Are people’s views on right and wrong merely opinions, or moral facts? Is belief in God dependent upon evidence or upon reason, or neither? Could euthanasia ever be wrong...

Harry Foster-Smith

Head of Engineering

Physics A Level

This course takes two approaches to the teaching of Physics. It covers the basic principles, the content, and then applies it to real uses of Physics. For example, the electricity content may...

Kristina Johns

Head of History

History A Level

To study History you need to have an interest in people and the world around you, an enquiring mind and the ability to weigh up different evidence or arguments. You will need to be willing to learn independently and with others...

Lisa Beamish

Teacher of Law

Law A Level

I did nothing, can I still be guilty? He was drunk, is he still to blame? Do judges make law or do politicians? How does morality play a part in the law? Should the law interfere with my private business?...

Garrett McTernan

Head of Maths

Mathematics A Level

Students who wish to develop their mathematical skills beyond GCSE, and who want to keep open the possibility of pursuing mathematics or science to degree Level and beyond...

Kristina Johns

Head of Politics

Politics A Level

Politics is a well-established subject. You do not need to have any previous knowledge of Politics in order to begin the course. It is more important that you have a lively desire to explore new ideas and opinions...

Mohsin Gulsher

Head of Psychology

Psychology A Level

Ever wondered how memory works? Or why some people develop addictive behaviours and others don't? If so, then Psychology might be for you!...

Fiona Knight

Head of Sociology

Sociology A Level

Who is the 'typical' criminal? Why do some groups underachieve at school? How have the roles of men and women changed in the family? If you are interested in such fascinating questions then Sociology maybe the subject for you...

Nicola Genders

Head of PE

Sport BTEC

You can use this to go straight into the industry and work in any field, e.g. sport, leisure and outdoor centres or the sports development and fitness industries or go onto college or university and take a degree or...

Fashion & Textiles A Level

Students should have creative flair and motivation to explore a wide variety of new fabrics and techniques and a willingness to develop and learn both independently and as part of a group. To study the course...

Joyce Rainford

Head of Textiles

Laurence Kirkwood 

Head of Media

Creative Media BTEC

This course offers students the opportunity to develop their skills in creative digital media and establish their knowledge and understanding in film and television production. Students will have the chance to...

Garrett McTernan

Head of Maths

Core Maths

Core Mathematics is a new qualification offered to students who would like to continue with aspects of the subject but do not want to complete the full A Level Mathematics course. The purpose of the...

Sharon Wetherell

Head of Art

Photography A Level

For the first year you will follow a broad course giving you the chance to develop technical skills in how to use a camera, as well as experiment with different techniques in digital photographic retouching & image manipulation...

Jocya Esposito

Head of MFL

Spanish A Level

Do you want to become fluent in Spanish? Do you love learning about different cultures? Would you like the opportunity to travel to Spain? If so, this course is for you!...

Terry Hooper

Music

Music A Level

Music can lead to further study in Music or Performing Arts in higher education at degree or HND level. Music can be used as part of your course to broaden your studies...

Kirsty Maidment

Head of Finance

Finance

Provided by The London Institute of Banking and Finance (LIBF), the Certificate (CeFS) and Diploma (DipFS) in Financial Studies have been designed to provide students with a challenging qualification covering the...

Health & Social Care BTEC

The course will consist of a range of assessment methods; assignments which are set and marked
by the College and external assessments or time controlled tasks, set and marked by the exam
board...

Konrad Meij

Head of ICT

IT BTEC

Hardly any aspect of life is untouched by technology, from the workplace to control systems in the home. This vocational course will give you the knowledge, understanding and skills you need to use computers effectively.

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