A Levels
Our Sixth Form provides a stepping stone between school and university and prepares you for further study or employment
As a Sixth Form student, you’ll benefit from excellent facilities, including our modern library, the communal and informal learning spaces, coffee shop, and loads of course-specific workshops, teaching areas and resources.
Why choose Sixth Form at Wakefield College?
An inspiring learning environment
The atmosphere at College is very different from school. We have an adult learning environment with places to relax and meet with friends in between classes, so you can take control of your learning.
Many of our students comment on the positive attitude of staff and the mutual respect they develop from working together, and the positive impact this has on their learning.
Studying A Levels at Wakefield College
Frequently asked questions
Our Head of Sixth Form, Richard Collings answers some of the most frequently asked questions about our A Level courses:
- Why study A Levels at Wakefield College?
- What are the main differences between A Levels and BTECs?
- What are A Levels like to study?
- Which A Level subjects should I choose?
- What if I don't want to go to university?
- How are A Levels different to GCSEs?
A Levels Applicant Pack
Interested in applying?
Check out this useful application support pack for more information about what A Levels are and how to choose the right subjects.
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Spend your time in dedicated teaching and social areas in our Harrison Building, part of the refurbished Wakefield City Campus, including a three-storey library for quiet study time and group work.
The LibraryPlus centre at the Wakefield City Campus spans over three floors.
Our Castleford Campus is fully equipped with specialist facilities for construction and engineering students.
The Radcliffe Building has brand new science labs where biology, chemistry and physics students will benefit from superbly equipped facilities.
Lightwaves offers extensive facilities for the study of construction, whilst sports students will have full use of a brand new gym, sports hall, fitness testing lab, therapy and massage suite, and sports pitches.
Our 1,500+ Sixth Form students come from many different backgrounds, schools and even countries.
160-seat professional theatre, studios and workshops for production design and construction in our Mechanics’ Theatre close to Wakefield City Campus.
Why choose Sixth Form at Wakefield College?
Excellent results
This year saw 37% of all results achieve high grades (A* - B), an increase from 24% in 2019.
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11 A Level subjects achieved a 100% pass rate, another fantastic year.
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This year’s A Level pass rate of 98% was the 16th year in succession to exceed 95%.
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12 students achieved three Distinction stars – the highest results possible.
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A Levels
Pass Rates
| A Level | 2020/2021 | 2019/2020 | 2018/2019 | 2017/2018 | 2016/2017 | 2015/2016 | 2014/2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology | 100% | 100% | 94% | 94% | 95% | 88% | 88% |
| Business Studies | 100% | 100% | 97% | 96% | 100% | 100% | 96% |
| Chemistry | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 94% |
| Computer Science | 100% | 100% | 83% | 100% | 100% | 100% | N/A |
| Economics | 100% | 100% | - | 100% | 86% | - | - |
| English Language | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 94% |
| English Literature | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Film Studies | - | - | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | |
| Geography | 88% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 93% | 93% | 100% |
| Graphic Communication | - | - | - | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| History | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Law | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Mathematics | 88% | 100% | 89% | 82% | 100% | 100% | 95% |
| Media Studies | - | - | - | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Photography | - | - | - | 100% | 100% | 87% | 100% |
| Physics | 90% | 100% | 75% | 100% | 80% | 80% | 100% |
| Psychology | 100% | 100% | 98% | 100% | 96% | 96% | 94% |
| Sociology | 97% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 95% | 95% | 100% |
Our Sixth Form offers a wide range of A Levels and Advanced Level courses and we’re extremely proud of the fantastic results our students achieved! This year’s A Level pass rate was a brilliant 97%, with 12 A Level subjects achieving a pass rate of 100%!
Diplomas & Extended Diplomas
Pass Rates
| Extended Diplomas | 2017/2018 | 2016/2017 | 2015/2016 | 2014/2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Management | TBC | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Applied Science | 100% | 100% | 88% | 93% |
| Art & Design | 100% | 100% | 96% | 85% |
| Art & Design (Graphic Design) | TBC | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Art & Design (Photography) | TBC | 100% | 94% | 93% |
| Art & Design (Textiles) | 100% | 100% | N/A | N/A |
| Business | 100% | 100% | 94% | 100% |
| Construction & the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) | 92% | 100% | 100% | N/A |
| Creative Media (TV & Film) | 100% | 88% | 100% | 100% |
| Computer Games Development | TBC | TBBC | 100% | 100% |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering | 100% | 100% | 100% | N/A |
| Health & Social Care | 97% | 97% | N/A | N/A |
| IT | TBC | 100% | 90% | 95% |
| Mechanical Engineering | TBC | 100% | 95% | 100% |
| Music Technology | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Music (Performance) | 100% | TBC | 95% | 100% |
| Performing Arts (Acting) | 100% | 100% | 95% | 95% |
| Performing Arts (Dance) | TBC | 100% | 95% | 95% |
| Performing Arts (Musical Theatre) | 100% | 100% | 95% | 95% |
| Public Services (Uniformed) | 100% | 94% | 95% | 95% |
| Sport & Exercise Sciences | TBC | 100% | 95% | 95% |
| Sport (Development, Coaching & Fitness) | 100% | 93% | 95% | 95% |
| Sport (Performance & Excellence) | 100% | 100% | 95% | 95% |
| Travel & Tourism | TBC | 100% | 94% | 93% |
Students on our Extended Diploma courses achieved top results too, with record numbers of students progressing onto higher education courses in our University Centre.
Student Destinations
Where could Wakefield College take you?
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School Leaver Prospectus 2023/24
The School Leaver Prospectus contains all the options available at Wakefield College for those about to leave school, including A Levels, T Levels, vocational courses, Apprenticeships and Foundation Learning courses.
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