A Levels: Engineering Pathway
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A Levels: Engineering Pathway
Overview
About the course
Study Maths and Physics alongside your choice of a third subject.
A Levels are a great choice for those who thrive in a classroom setting and want to study more than one subject.
Classes at Farnborough are close-knit and often smaller than those at larger sixth forms, so you can look forward to plenty of opportunities for feedback and support.
Our team of friendly, qualified lecturers will provide resources and guidance to help you feel prepared for your next steps after college, whether that’s university, an apprenticeship, or employment.
By looking at popular combinations of A Levels, we have grouped our subjects together to offer you a distinct set of choices that form a pathway to particular university courses and careers. Your pathway consists of three A Level subjects, with an additional subject available for each pathway.
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If you have any questions about this course then please contact us by phone on 01252 40 55 55 or message us.
Your course
This A Level pathway includes two core subjects and your choice of a third subject:​
Maths
Mathematical ability is a key skill to have in many careers and is used regularly in our everyday lives. In the study of maths, you will sharpen your problem-solving and reasoning skills, as well as learning key mathematical concepts to take your skills further. At Farnborough, our close-knit classes mean you will have plenty of opportunities to ask questions and receive personalised support.
Physics
Physics underpins the understanding of every aspect of our world – with theoretical principles helping to explain how the smallest part of the human body works to the existence of great clusters of galaxies in space. At Farnborough, you will conduct hands-on experiments in our science lab and learn from lecturers who bring their experiences in the industry to their teaching.
Plus your choice of either:
Choice 1: Geography
If you are fascinated by the world around you, geography explores the range of factors that influence our surrounding environment and way of life. At Farnborough, previous course activities have included analysing soil samples from Malta in our science lab and taking a trip to the British coast to study flood defences and regeneration.
Choice 2: Business
Through this course you will explore the business behaviours that can bring success or failure to a company, whether it is a small scale charity or global corporation. You will discover exactly what business is and does, gaining the insight and skills needed to succeed in a range of industries and entrepreneurship.
Choice 3: Economics
Economics is the study of money from a social perspective. The way that organisations, societies and even countries manage their resources can be a fascinating topic - from the ethics of bankers’ bonuses to the effectiveness of government spending. The study of economics will provide you with a broad range of skills and understanding, taking insights from social sciences and history.
Your future
What Next?
Entry Requirements
What previous qualifications and experience will I need?
From School:
- Five GCSEs at grades 9-4 (including English and maths).
From College:
- Relevant level 2 qualification at merit grade or higher (including English and maths GCSEs at grades 9-4)
Additional grades are needed for the A Levels below:
- Maths A Level: Grade 6 at GCSE maths
- Psychology A Level: Grade 5 at GCSE maths
- Biology. Chemistry, and Physics A Level: GCSE grade 5 in subject or 5 in core and additional science; plus grade 5 in maths
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