Entry Requirements
For September 2023 entry
Applicants to our Sixth Form are required to achieve the following criteria:
Minimum Requirements: At least five 4 grades at GCSE and grade 4 in Mathematics and English (Language or Literature)
Recommended Level of Attainment: At least a grade 5, 6 or Merit in the subjects to be studied. Achieving the recommended level of attainment will ensure that students follow courses where they are likely to be successful. However, individual consideration will be given to students who meet the minimum requirements. It is vital that you aspire for the highest possible grades at GCSE to demonstrate your readiness for Sixth Form study.
Students usually study three subjects. Students with very high attainment at GCSE (six 7 grades or more) may be able to study four subjects – this will be discussed at interview. EPQ (in y13) and Further Maths are usually studied as a fourth subject.
Applications to the Sixth Form for Meadowhead School pupils is via www.sheffieldprogress.co.uk. Students will be given login details and support with the application process in November.
Please note that subjects will run given sufficient demand.
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Subject |
Subject specific requirements |
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Art, Craft & Design |
GCSE 5 or above or BTEC Merit, other candidates on an individual basis |
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Art Textiles |
GCSE 5 or above in an art-related subject, other candidates on an individual basis |
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Biology |
GCSE 6,6 in Combined Sciences or GCSE 6 in Biology plus one other science 6 grade; and a 5 in Maths |
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Business Studies (BTEC) |
4 in Maths; 4 in GCSE Business Studies if studied |
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Chemistry |
GCSE 6,6 in Combined Sciences or GCSE 6 in Chemistry plus one other science 6 grade; and a 5 in Maths |
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Computer Science |
GCSE 6 in Maths |
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Economics |
GCSE 5 in Maths and English Language |
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English Language (Linguistics) |
GCSE 5 or above in English Language |
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English Literature |
GCSE 5 or above in English Literature |
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French |
GCSE 6 or above in French |
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Geography |
GCSE 5 or above in Geography |
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German |
GCSE 6 or above in German |
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Health and Social Care BTEC |
Merit or above in Level 2 Health and Social Care |
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History |
GCSE 5 or above in History |
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Information Technology BTEC |
GCSE 5 or Level 2 Merit in ICT |
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Mathematics (A Level) |
GCSE 6 or above in Maths |
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Mathematics – Further (A Level) |
GCSE 7 or above in Maths |
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Music |
GCSE 5 or above in Music or at least a Merit Grade in BTEC Music; and the ability to play an instrument to a high level (G5 or higher) |
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Performing Arts (BTEC) |
GCSE 5 or above in Drama or Merit in Level 2 Performing Arts |
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Philosophy |
English Language GCSE at Grade 5 or above. |
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Photography |
GCSE 5 or above in an art-related subject, other candidates on an individual basis |
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Physics
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GCSE 6,6 in Combined Sciences or GCSE 6 in Physics plus one other science 6 grade; and a 5 in Maths |
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Product Design |
GCSE 5 or Level 2 Merit in Product Design, Resistant Materials or similar subjects |
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Psychology |
GCSE 5 in English Language or Literature and GCSE 5 in Science |
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Science (Applied) BTEC |
Grade 5 or above in GCSE Science |
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Forensic and Criminal Investigation BTEC (2xA Level equivalent) |
Grade 5 or above in GCSE Science |
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Sociology |
GCSE 5 or above in English Language or Literature |
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Spanish |
GCSE 6 or above in Spanish |
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Sport BTEC (one, two or three equivalent) |
GCSE 5 or above in PE or Merit in Level 2 Sport |
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Sport (A level) |
GCSE 5 or above in PE or Merit in Level 2 Sport; candidates on individual basis |