Description : GCSE in Cardiff Sixth Form College Wales

Quick overview of GCSE Program:

• Age of participants: 15-16 years;
• Duration of the program: 1 year;
• Beginning of classes: September;
• Knowledge of English: IELTS 5.5;
• Requirements: tests in English and mathematics + GL assessment.

About the educational program: Cardiff Sixth Form College offers children and students from any country a quality annual program GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education). For admission, you need to have a sufficient level of education and English language + successful passing the college entrance tests in English and mathematics. The intensive annual course provides a fundamental knowledge base and helps children to prepare themselves as much as possible for high school, to develop their learning and career skills. This program is especially useful for foreign students who are eager to switch to the British system of education, further education on the A-Level standard and admission to British or American universities.

Children study from 6 to 9 key academic subjects depending on the desire and level of English proficiency. 

List of Main subjects includes:

• Mathematics;
• English (both native and foreign);
• Physics;
• Biology;
• Chemistry.

Additionally, one subject from the humanities is being studied (to choose from):

• History;
• Geography;
• Economics;
• Business research.

Each subject is taught at a very high level: students not only receive knowledge, but learn to apply them in practice, spend a lot of time in laboratory and practical work. Teachers of the college do their best to help everyone to discover their potential and talents - children receive individual attention and support on all complex issues. During the program, English language skills are developed significantly, grammar and vocabulary classes, listening, reading, writing and speaking are taught. Particular attention is paid to the development of the ability to correctly and accurately express their thoughts and ideas with strict academic language.

In addition to academic subjects, the GCSE standard assumes a whole range of activities aimed at comprehensive development: personal, social, medical, physical, and in addition children receive the basics of economic literacy and citizenship (PHSEE). In some cases, it is possible to receive classes according to the GCSE standard in their own language.

As a result of education, students pass examinations in subjects and receive marks A, B, C and the highest score - A *. Anyone who successfully passes the exams is enrolled in an A-Level course at Cardiff Sixth Form College. In addition, the educational group Dukes Education provides an opportunity to transfer to other equally prestigious educational institutions, also under its leadership:

• Rochester Independent College;
• Earlscliffe College;
• College of Fine Arts.

Quick overview: the A-level program in the world is considered to be one of the highest quality in preparation for high school, and Cardiff Sixth Form College has the status of the leader in this course in Britain. Here, students are instilled with a craving for study, the desire to learn new things, and not just cram study materials -  ensuring the highest results.

A-level is designed for two years:

• AS-level: a more complete introduction to the selected subject, advanced studying;
• A2: In-depth study of topics covered during the AS-level course.

And provides an independent choice of subjects and level for study:

• In-depth;
• Thorough;
• Almost at the university level.

Pupils choose their own subjects and have the right to combine them in any combination - if in doubt, you can always consult college consultants for a study of the curriculum, admission schedule and your desires for your career and specialty. Each week, 24-30 lessons are provided in a ratio of 1: 7 (teacher: students), plus additional consultations and electives.

Subjects available for study are:

• Art and design;
• Biology;
• Chemistry;
• Economics;
• English literature;
• EPQ (Advanced Research Project);
• French;
• Mathematics (Advanced);
• Geography;
• German;
• Government and politics;
• History;
• Maths;
• Physics;
• Psychology.

Quick overview about the program of Summer Academic English:

• Student age: 14-18 years old;
• Course dates: July 20-August 17;
• Duration: 2-4 weeks.

An excellent course for adolescents is aimed at successful studies in the UK,  preparing for GCSE courses, Pre-A-level exams. 

Program includes:

• Intensive English course (including academic background);
• Mathematics;
• Biology;
• Physics;
• Chemistry;
• Economics.

Quick overview of the Oxford Preparation Programme:

• Course dates: July 20-August 3;
• Duration: 2 weeks.

Summer course is designed for the most ambitious and motivated students who plan to enter prestigious universities - Oxford and Cambridge, London School of Economics, Imperial College London, University College London, Darem University.

The summer program will help to understand:

• Difference between these universities from others;
• Reason for the global demand;
• Most stringent entry requirements;
• How to meet these requirements.

There is an option Oxford Preparation Program PLUS - with additional 1-2 weeks of academic English:

• July 20-August 10 (3 weeks);
• July 20-August 17 (4 weeks).

Quick overview about the program of Medical School Preparation:

• Course dates: July 20-August 3;
• Duration: 2 weeks.

A special course is designed for those students who are interested in medicine, veterinary medicine, dentistry, pharmacology and plan to enter the relevant departments of universities. Consultants and teachers will help you to draw up an effective plan for preparing and applying, to select the best medical schools, universities, colleges and faculties for yourself, which will help to win additional benefits in fierce competition.

There is an option Medical School Preparation PLUS - with additional 1-2 weeks of academic English:

• July 20-August 10 (3 weeks);
• July 20-August 17 (4 weeks).

Quick overview about the program of Engineering School Preparation:

• Minimum level of knowledge: B1;
• Course dates: August 3-17;
• Duration: 2 weeks.

The summer special course is intended for adolescents who plan to master engineering specialties at universities. The program provides many thematic classes, additional excursions and consultations, including visits to Swansea University and the specialized Space Settlement Design Competition.

Quick overview about the program of Law School Preparation:

• Minimum level of knowledge: B1;
• Course dates: August 3-17;
• Duration: 2 weeks.

A specialized summer program is designed for those students interested in law and planning to build a career in law. Electives and excursions will bring a lot of usefulness to students - for example, trips to Cardiff courts and observation of real lawsuits and meetings.