Course types for under 19s
At West Notts, our courses range from entry-level to university-level. Deciding what to study can be based on future aspirations (be it university or employment), the level you’re studying at or course length.
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A Levels are academic qualifications taken after GCSEs. Each A Level focuses on a specific subject area, students normally take two to five depending on career goals. At West Notts, we offer 15 different A Level subjects.
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BTEC
Entry Level - Level 3
Course length: 1 - 2 years
Work-related learning aimed at preparing you for further study in a specific industry. Find out why a BTEC works.
NVQ
Level 1 - Level 3
Course length: 1 - 2 years
A qualification that measures your knowledge and ability in a specific subject area or job role – suitable for those already in employment.
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CACHE
Level 1 - Level 3
Course length: 1 - 2 years
The UK’s leading sector specialist for early years awards.
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Work and study at the same time. You’ll learn practical skills at work and may also go to college on day release. You’ll also earn a weekly wage. Apprenticeships come in three levels (intermediate, advanced and higher), each designed to further develop your skills and knowledge in a specific area.
Levels explained
Use the chart below to find which level you are at and where you could go next.
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Why choose West Notts?
98.8% A Level pass rate in 2019
Best A Level provider in Mansfield and Ashfield for student progress*
One of the top colleges in the UK for student satisfaction**
An extensive bus service across Mansfield and the surrounding area
£50m investment in our facilities since 2008
*Value added is a measure of a student’s progress against their starting point
**Learner Exit Survey 2017/18
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