7 / 16
“Studying both Music and
Drama has improved my
confidence as a
performer and a
person. I have
benefited from
performance
opportunities
in both areas,
through Senior
Choir and Ukulele
Club, as well as performing in
the annual school production.
There is great encouragement
for Sixth Form students to take
advantage of the wealth of
opportunities available.”
Rebekah Parsons
Destination post Sixth Form:
Career within the Performing Arts
“The Science Department has
given me the opportunity to
develop my understanding of
high level concepts in depth,
as well as giving me the skills
I need to develop my own
independent learning. There
is support and feedback
available from staff whenever
required. There are also extra-
curricular opportunities which
have greatly encouraged me to
pursue a STEM career and will
be invaluable to my university
applications.”
Leah White
Destination:
Engineering Degree
Next Destination Requirements
The Russell Group publication
Informed Choices
is a useful
source of general advice on how to choose the right subjects.
It also highlights the subjects most commonly required for
university entrance. These ‘facilitating subjects’ include
Mathematics and Further Mathematics, English Literature,
Physics, Biology, Chemistry, History and Languages.
Entry criteria for different university and college courses
can be found on the UCAS website.
Career Pathways
If you have a clear career or educational pathway in mind, you
need to consider subjects most appropriate to your pathway.
A few examples of different pathways and associated subjects
are shown below.
Pathway
Associated Subjects
Medicine, Nursing,
Veterinary Science or
Dentistry
Chemistry, Maths, Biology
Engineering
Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Chemistry,
Design Technology
Business and Accountancy Business, Economics, Law, MFL
Journalism
English Language or Literature, Politics,
Sociology
Expressive Arts
Art, Drama and Theatre Studies, Music,
Film Studies, English Literature
Environmental Science
Chemistry, Biology, Geography