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  • Sixth Form Applications

    How to Apply

    Applications for September 2024 should be submitted online: Sixth Form Application Form 2024

    Please remember that the deadline is Friday 15th December 2023. Applications after this date will be considered equally, but certain subject combinations may not be possible as our option blocks are created based on initial applications.

    All applicants will be met for an informal interview regarding subject choices and career aspirations to ensure an appropriate pathway has been selected. Conditional offer letters will be issued after this process in February 2024.

    External Students

    We warmly welcome applications from students who wish to join SWRA Sixth Form from other schools. We are extremely proud of our small Sixth Form community and we know that students joining will soon become part of our school family, taking part in the success and opportunities that we have to offer.

    If you are a prospective student or parent who would like to discuss joining the Sixth Form, please contact Miss Davis (Sixth Form Administrator) on 01400 272422 or email sixth.form@swracademy.org. We will be happy to organise a tour of the school and discuss your options for joining us.

    Entry Requirements

    Students must achieve 5 GCSE grades at 4-9, including a 4 in English Language and Maths for entry into Sir William Robertson Academy Sixth Form. Students must also meet the specific entry requirements for their chosen courses as outlined below.

    SUBJECT ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
    Applied Science * 4 in GCSE Science and Maths.
    Art & Design - Fine Art or Graphic Communication 4 in GCSE Art & Design. Where Art & Design has not been taken at GCSE, students will need to provide examples of work to ensure an appropriate skill level.
    Biology 6 in GCSE Biology.
    Business * 4 in GCSE Business and 4 in GCSE Maths. Where Business Studies has not been taken at GCSE, similar related subject grades will be considered.
    Chemistry 6 in GCSE Chemistry and Maths.
    Computer Science * 4 in GCSE Computer Science.
    Drama 4 in GCSE Drama.
    English Language 5 in GCSE English Language.
    English Literature 5 in GCSE English Literature.
    French 6 in GCSE French.
    Further Maths 7 in GCSE Maths.
    Geography 5 in GCSE Geography.
    Health & Social Care * 4 in GCSE Health & Social Care, Child Care or similar related subject.
    History 5 in GCSE History.
    Maths 6 in GCSE Maths.
    Media 4 in GCSE Media. Where Media has not been taken at GCSE, similar related subject grades will be considered.
    Philosophy & Ethics 5 in GCSE Religious Studies.
    Physics 6 in GCSE Physics and Maths.
    Product Design 4 in GCSE Art & Design, Design & Technology or similar related subject, and 4 in GCSE Maths.
    Psychology 5s in GCSE Maths, English and Science.
    Sport * (Extended Certificate 1x) 4 in GCSE Physical Education or Pass at BTEC Level 2 Sport.
    Sport *(Extended Diploma 3x) 4 in GCSE Physical Education or Pass at BTEC Level 2 Sport.

    Subjects marked with an asterisk * are Level 3 BTEC or NCFE courses. All other subjects listed are A Levels.

    The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) is available each year for Year 12 students to apply to undertake in addition to their studies. To be eligible, students need to be making good progress in each of their three subjects and meeting expectations with regards to effort and attendance.