Course entry requirements
To enrol on a Study Programme at Godalming College, students must hold a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above plus any subject-specific minimum entry requirements, listed below.
A Levels
| Subject | English Language | Maths GCSE | Science GCSE | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art | - | - | - | Grade 4 or above in an Art based GCSE is preferable. |
| Biology | - | 6 | 6,6 | Grade 6 or above in two separate sciences at GCSE or grade 6,6 if Combined Science has been studied. |
| Business | 4 | 5 | - | - |
| Chemistry | - | 6 | 6,6 | Grade 6 or above in two separate sciences at GCSE or grade 6,6 if Combined Science has been studied. |
| Computer Science |
4 | 6 | - | It is recommended that A Level Maths is taken alongside. |
| Design: Graphic Design & Communication |
- | - | - | Grade 4 or above in an Art based GCSE is preferable. |
| Design: 3D Design |
- | - | - | Grade 4 or above in an Art based GCSE is preferable. |
| Drama & Theatre | 4 | - | - | Grade 4 or above in GCSE Drama if studied or performance/production experience. |
| Economics | 4 | 5 | - | - |
| English Language & Linguistics |
5 | - | - | Grade 6 or above in GCSE English Language is preferable. |
| English Language & Literature |
5 | - | - | Grade 6 or above in GCSE English Language is preferable. |
| English Literature |
- | - | - | Grade 5 in GCSE English Literature is required, a Grade 6 is preferable. |
| Environmental Science |
4 | 4 | 5,5 | Grade 5 or above in two separate sciences at GCSE or grade 5,5 if Combined Science has been studied. |
| Film Studies | 4 | - | - | Grade 4 in English Language or Film Studies or Media Studies GCSE. |
| French | - | - | - | Grade 6 or above in GCSE French or equivalent qualification. |
| Geography | 4 | 4 | 4 | Grade 4 or above in GCSE Geography if studied. |
| History: Ancient | 4 | - | - | Grade 4 or above in GCSE History if studied. |
| History: Democracy & Dictatorships |
4 | - | - | Grade 4 or above in GCSE History if studied. |
| History: Revolutions & Rebellion |
4 | - | - | Grade 4 or above in GCSE History if studied. |
| History of Art | 4 | - | - | Grade 4 or above in a GCSE Humanities subject. |
| Law | 4 | 4 | - | - |
| Maths | - | 6 | 6,6 | Grade 7 or above in GCSE Maths is preferable. If you have Grade 6 in GCSE Maths you will also need two grade 6 Science GCSEs. |
| Maths and Further Maths |
- | 7 | - | Grade 8 or 9 in GCSE Maths is preferable. Further Maths is taken as a fourth A Level alongside three other A Levels, one of which must be A Level Maths. |
| Media | 4 | - | - | Grade 4 or above in GCSE Media Studies if studied. |
| Music | 4 | 4 | - | Grade 5 level Music Theory is essential and the ability to play an instrument/sing to grade 6 performance standard. |
| Music Technology |
4 | 4 | - | Grade 3 or above in instrumental/vocal ability. A confident ability to read musical notation and basic keyboard skills are essential. |
| Philosophy | 5 | 4 | - | Grade 5 or above in GCSE Maths is preferable. |
| Photography | - | - | - | Grade 4 or above in an Art based GCSE is preferable. |
| Physical Education |
4 | - | 5,5 | Grade 5 or above in two separate sciences at GCSE or grade 5,5 if Combined Science has been studied. Competitive level in at least one sport. Grade 4 or above in GCSE PE if studied. |
| Physics | - | 6 | 6,6 | Grade 6 or above in two separate sciences at GCSE or grade 6,6 if Combined Science has been studied. It is highly recommended that A Level Maths is studied alongside. |
| Politics | 4 | - | - | - |
| Psychology | 4 | 4 | 5,5 | Grade 5 or above in Biology plus another science at Grade 5. Grade 5 in Maths is beneficial given the statistical content, but not essential. |
| Sociology | 4 | - | - | Grade 4 or above in at least one GCSE Humanities subject. |
| Spanish | - | - | - | Grade 6 or above in GCSE Spanish or equivalent qualification. |
| Textiles | - | - | - | Grade 4 or above in an Arts GCSE is preferable. |
Vocational Courses (equivalent to one A Level)
| Subject | English Language | Maths GCSE | Science GCSE | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applied Science | 4 | 4 | 4 | |
| Business | 4 | 5 | - | |
| Computing (App & Games Development) | 4 | 4 | - | |
| Dance | 4 | - | - | GCSE Dance or equivalent contemporary dance experience/physical skills. A passion for Dance and performance is important. |
| Health and Social Care |
4 | 4 | 4 | |
| IT (Cyber-security & Web Development) | 4 | 4 | - | |
| Music Technology: Digital Music Production |
4 | - | - | Students must be proficient in at least one instrument or vocals. |
| Performing Arts | 4 | - | - | Grade 4 or above in GCSE Drama, Dance or Performing Arts subject or performance experience. |
| Sport Coaching | 4 | - | - | |
| Travel and Tourism |
4 | - | - |
Vocational Courses (equivalent to two A Levels)
| Subject | English Language | Maths GCSE | Science GCSE | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business | 4 | 4 | - | |
| Media: Creative Digital Media Production |
4 | - | - | Grade 4 GCSE in Media Studies or Merit in BTEC Level 2 First Diploma in Media if studied. |
| Performing Arts | 4 | - | - | Grade 4 or above in GCSE Drama, Dance or Performing Arts related subject or performance experience. |
| Travel and Tourism |
4 | - | - | Grade 4 in English Language or at least a Merit in Level 2 BTEC in Travel and Tourism if taken. |
Vocational Courses (equivalent to three A Levels)
| Subject | English Language | Maths GCSE | Science GCSE | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport: Coaching and Development |
4 | - | 4 | Grade 4 or above in GCSE PE if studied (beneficial). |
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