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- When will I hear about my college interview?
- Where can I find out more about university courses?
- What percentage of Barton Peveril students get places at university?
- Is the college financially sound?
- Is there financial support available for low income families?
- Will I have to pay tuition fees?
- Why should I come to a big sixth form college?
- Is Barton Peveril a specialist Arts college?
- How many subjects will I take?
- What size are the classes?
- Will I have lessons every day?
- How many hours of study will I do each week?
FAQ Category: 16-19 Courses, College
Q. When will I hear about my college interview?
Interviews for full-time college places start in November and take place throughout the spring term. Invitations to interview are sent approximately three weeks before the allotted interview date so don’t worry if you haven’t heard anything. So long as receipt of your application has been acknowledged, your name will…
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Q. Is there financial support available for low income families?
The 16-19 Student Bursary is a new £180 million government scheme to help the most vulnerable young people continue in full-time education. Money is distributed direct by schools, colleges and training providers.
In the case of new Barton Peveril students whose household income is below £21,000, the college has a…
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Q. Will I have to pay tuition fees?
No, if you continue straight to college from school your sixth form education will be free apart from costs associated with course materials, trips and any exam resit fees. If you take a year or more out after finishing school you may have to pay for your college courses,…
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Q. Why should I come to a big sixth form college?
Because research shows that sixth form college students get better grades and benefit from specialist subject teachers and facilities. A large, well-run college offers stability and delivers a very personal experience to students through its tutorial programme. You will soon settle in and make new friends!
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Q. Is Barton Peveril a specialist Arts college?
No, unlike schools sixth form colleges do not have specialisms. We have many subject strengths and these certainly include Drama and an outstanding Art Department!
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Q. How many subjects will I take?
Around 95% of our students follow a Level 3/A Level programme and as a general rule they take take four AS or equivalent subjects in their first year at college, pursuing three of these to full A Levels at the end of Year 2. You will be encouraged…
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Q. What size are the classes?
An average class has 20 students.
FAQ Category: 16-19 Courses
Q. Will I have lessons every day?
You should expect to be in college every day but the timing and spread of lessons will depend on your individual timetable.
FAQ Category: 16-19 Courses
Q. How many hours of study will I do each week?
You will have 22 hours of timetabled lessons plus private study periods.
FAQ Category: 16-19 Courses
Q. How long is the college day?
The college’s teaching day starts at 8.30am and finishes at 3.50pm.