Start Date
- September 2027, Full Time, Day
What You Will Study
Our Academic Progression course is designed for students who have finished year 11 without the GCSE results they hoped for, have not taken GCSEs before or need more GCSEs to progress onto the next level of study.
The programme has been specifically designed to support you if you have been home schooled or if your educational journey has been disrupted, leading to lower GCSE results than you have the potential to achieve. Each course will allow you to study GCSEs, develop personal skills and prepare you for your next steps in progression to A Level or vocational areas.
You will need to demonstrate a commitment to classroom-based academic study and be willing to undertake independent study outside of the classroom.
If you have never taken GCSEs before, you will need to undertake assessments at interview where you must demonstrate a proficiency in English (reading, writing and spoken language) and maths at a suitable level to be able to access the demands of the GCSE programme of study in one year.
Our course has a variety of study options that have been designed to help you progress to your next steps - you can study a selection of GCSEs, including sciences, mathematics, English or humanities subjects.
Why Choose City College Norwich?
Industry standard facilities
At our college you will have access to industry-standard facilities and get to use top of the range equipment. On our campus you’ll find media suites, TV studios, design labs, workshops, hair & beauty salons, working kitchens and a live theatre.
Gain real experiences of work
All of our courses will provide you with outstanding experiences of work and prepare you for your future career. You will work with real employers and customers and build connections.
A unique student experience
This is what really sets us apart. At our college you will experience the freedom to be yourself. Being part of an active Students’ Union, having opportunities to travel and enjoying live entertainment are just a few of the amazing opportunities available to you.
Entry Requirements
- Three GCSEs at grade 3 including English language and maths.
- Suitability for the course will be assessed at interview through discussion and activities.
How You Will Be Assessed
You will be assessed through end of year exams and you will also put together a course portfolio of evidence.
Course Progression
Many of our students progress to study A Levels, career-focussed subjects, Access to Higher Education courses, apprenticeships, or move into employment.
Where Your Course Can Take You
Depending on your next steps after this course, achieving GCSEs can unlock a range of employment and training opportunities for you.
Fees
If you are a UK or home- fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course, tuition fees are free. If you are aged 19 years and over please contact the Advice Shop There will be costs for equipment, uniform and trips. These include costs for text books, stationery and subject relevant materials. Trips can be organised as part of the for study and enrichment purposes which will be subject to cost. For example a trip to see a show at Theatre Royal for GCSE Drama the students will be expected to pay the price of the ticket. Compulsory visits are announced with enough notice to help secure any additional finance needs as required. Please check our Finance pages for information on financial support, fee information and student travel offers that are available. Alternatively please contact the Advice Shop.
Why Choose City College Norwich?
Industry standard facilities
At our college you will have access to industry-standard facilities and get to use top of the range equipment. On our campus you’ll find media suites, TV studios, design labs, workshops, hair & beauty salons, working kitchens and a live theatre.
Gain real experiences of work
All of our courses will provide you with outstanding experiences of work and prepare you for your future career. You will work with real employers and customers and build connections.
A unique student experience
This is what really sets us apart. At our college you will experience the freedom to be yourself. Being part of an active Students’ Union, having opportunities to travel and enjoying live entertainment are just a few of the amazing opportunities available to you.
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