Pathways
At The Malling School Sixth Form there are three main pathways for students to choose.
Two of these are at Level 3 and 1 at level 1-2.
Vocational Course (A bespoke Level 1 and 2 course)
IB CP (International Baccalaureate Career Related Programme)
VOCATIONAL COURSE OVERVIEW
Our level 1/2 pathway at The Malling School is a bespoke pathway based on the needs of the individual student.
All students on the level 2 pathway will be students who did not get the GCSE grades required to study at level 3. They shall take either their English and Maths GCSE re-sits or functional skills tests, depending on their original GCSE grade and shall take courses that prepare them for their next steps, whether this is further study at college, a supported internship or employment.
Level 2
Our Level 2 course is aimed at students who have not got a grade 4 or more in English and Maths at GCSE. This course is bespoke as it will depend on the student as to which level they start each course. Students will study:
•Maths (re-sit or functional skills)
•English (re-sit or functional skills)
•Employability skills (ASDAN)
A choice of options ( subject to change)
- Either – Double Award Health and Social Care
- Or two options from the following (hair and beauty/ ceramics and media studies)
IB CAREER-RELATED PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
Currently, the IBCP is the only post-16 qualification that provides a framework allowing students to develop both vocationally and academically. The IBCP appeals to students who wish to pursue career-related studies, combining the IB’s rigorous approach to education with practical hands-on experience within the working world- The standard IB CP student will take: 2 IB Diploma subjects, 2 CR subjects (Career related, known as BTECs and WJECs) and the IB CP Core designed to develop students holistically.
- The IBCP is particularly relevant for students who have chosen to specialise in and focus on a particular career path such as psychology, business, IT, sport, or science employment.
- It is appropriate for all students wishing to progress to Higher Education or undertake career specific training through internships, apprenticeships, technical/community colleges or direct workplace
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
IB CP: 5 GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English, Maths plus the entry criteria for your chosen subjects.
| IBCP | IB Diploma Subject | Career Related Subjects |
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The standard IB CP student will take:
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Biology |
Applied Science (BTEC AAQ L3 Diploma) |