1. NPTC CURRICULUM PATHWAYS 2012/13

2. AS Levels University Degree 6 th Form Academy (Social Studies and Languages) Must obtain at least an E grade at AS to continue to A2 Minimum of 6 GCSEs at C or above to preferably include Mathematics and English/Welsh A2 Levels Possible employment opportunities: Teacher Solicitor Lawyer Accountant Journalist Translator Researcher A-LEVELS: Accounting Communication and Culture Critical Thinking (AS only) Economics English Language English Language and Lit. English Literature French Geography German Government & Politics History Law Religious Studies Sociology Spanish Welsh WBQ

3. BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science (Forensic Science) BTEC L3 Diploma in Applied Science (Medical Science) University Degree/HNDs 6 th Form Academy (Maths and Science) AS/A levels Minimum of 5 GCSEs at C or above include Science, Maths and English for the Extended Diploma and L3 Diploma 6 GCSE at C or above for the Subsidiary Diploma Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Applied Science (Forensic Science) Students must take 2 AS levels alongside course A-LEVELS AND NATIONAL DIPLOMA: Scenes of Crime Officer Forensic Analyst Medical Laboratory Officer Healthcare Management Pharmaceutical Sales Clinical Laboratory Scientist Medical Writing Teaching A-LEVELS: Medicine Veterinary Science Dentistry Engineering Pharmacy Pure Sciences Laboratory Technicians Traineeship programmes NB Entry to A-level programme 6 GCSEs A*-C

4. C&G 6217 Cert in Basic Const. Plumbing Level 1 Key Skills AON/ICT/ Comms Level 1 Minimum 4 GCSE’s + Entry Test Year 1 Year 2 C&G 6129-33 Cert in Basic Plumbing L3 WBL - NVQ Mechanical Eng. Services L3 Unvented Hot Water/Cold Water Regulations Year 4 Year 3 C&G 6129-22 Cert in Basic Plumbing Level 2 WBL - NVQ Mechanical Eng. Services L2 WBL NVQ Mechanical Eng. Services L3 ACS Gas Training and Assessment L3 School of Building Engineering Services Plumbing / Heating and Ventilation Employment as a Plumber -domestic, commercial, industrial -Progression onto HNC/degree for mature candidates with experience Management opportunities after experience/additional qualifications Teaching/Lecturing/Instructor - after PGCE/Assessor qualifications Employment in Plumbing or Heating and Ventilation trade Further progression Employment in Plumbing trade Further progression Entry Test = interview Energy Efficiency And Environmental Technologies L3

5. C&G 2330 Electrotechnical Cert Level 2 Key Skills AON/ICT/ Comms Level 2 WBL - NVQ L2 Electrical Installation Minimum 4 GCSE’s + Entry Test Year 1 Year 2 NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation 17 th Edition Electrical Regs PAT Testing Year 4 Year 3 C&G 2330 Electrotechnical Cert Level 3 WBL - NVQ L2 Electrical Installation WBL NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation AM(2) Trade Testing School of Building Engineering Services ELECTRICAL Employment as electrician -domestic, commercial, industrial -Progression onto HNC/degree for mature candidates with experience Management opportunities after experience/additional qualifications Teaching/Lecturing/Instructor - after PGCE/Assessor qualifications Employment in electrical trade Further progression Employment in electrical trade Further progression Energy Efficiency And Environmental Technologies L3

6. C&G 6132 Cert in Gas Installation Level 2 Year 1 Year 2 WBL – NVQ 6012 Gas Installation L2 Unvented Hot Water/Cold Water Regulations Year 4 Year 3 C&G 6132 Cert in Gas Installation Level 2 WBL - NVQ Gas Installation L2 WBL WBL - NVQ 6012 Gas Installation L3 ACS Gas Training and Assessment L3 School of Building Engineering Services Gas Installation Technician Employment as a Plumber/Gas Fitter -domestic, commercial, industrial -Progression onto HNC/degree for mature candidates with experience Management opportunities after experience/additional qualifications Teaching/Lecturing/Instructor - after PGCE/Assessor qualifications Employment in Plumbing/Gas Fitter or Heating and Ventilation trade Further progression Employment in Plumbing/Gas Fitter trade Further progression Entry Test = interview Energy Efficiency And Environmental Technologies L3

7. BTEC Introductory Diploma in Business, Travel and Hospitality BTEC Level 2 Diploma Business BTEC Extended Diploma in Business Or Applied Double Business A Level HND in Business Management / Foundation degree B.A Hons. in Business Management School of Business, Tourism & Hospitality 4 GCSE at A* to G or equivalent Up to 4 GCSE at C or above or BTEC Introductory Diploma Minimum 5 GCSE’s at Grade C or above or BTEC L2 Diploma in Business HND or Foundation Degree in Business Mature students by interview University Degree AS/ A levels Trainee or apprentice office worker Retail sector Office Supervisor Trainee Manager in retail and business sector Bank Clerks Office Manager Management trainee within financial, retail sector, or human resources Self employment Manager within the retail sector Financial Director Bank Manager Teaching profession Insurance sector Specialist areas eg, marketing 80 UCAS or National Diploma in Business BUSINESS NB Entry to A-level programme 6 GCSEs A*-C

8. BTEC Introductory Diploma in Business, Travel and Hospitality BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Travel and Tourism BTEC Extended Diploma in Travel & Tourism or Applied Travel & Tourism A Level HND in Travel, Tourism or Leisure School of Business, Tourism & Hospitality 4 GCSE at A* to G or equivalent Up to 4 GCSE at C or above or BTEC Introductory Diploma Minimum 5 GCSE’s at Grade C or above or Level 2 Travel and Tourism University Degree AS/A levels Trainee or apprentice travel assistant in call centre 19+Trainee Air Cabin crew staff 19+Overseas/travel representative Travel consultant Trainee Leisure/Tourism Officer Hospitality or events supervisor Tourism information centre Trainee Travel Office Manager Events management Hospitality Management Self employment in leisure industry Tourism and Leisure officer for local authority Travel development officer 80 UCAS or Extended Diploma in Travel, Leisure or Tourism TRAVEL AND TOURISM NB Entry to A-level programme 6 GCSEs A*-C

9. AAT Foundation (NVQ Level 2) AAT Intermediate (NVQ Level 3) AAT Technician (NVQ Level 4) ACCA School of Business, Tourism & Hospitality No formal qualifications needed AAT Foundation or relevant experience AAT Technician University Degree Trainee or apprentice book keeper Purchase/Sales ledger clerk Trainee Accounting Technician Finance clerk within Local Authority Accounting Technician Finance Officer Self employment Part Qualified Accountant Finance Director Self employment AAT Intermediate ACCOUNTANCY

10. VRQ 1 in Professional Cookery with Food Service VRQ 1 in Bakery VRQ 2 in Professional cookery with Food Service VRQ 2 in Bakery HND/C in Hospitality Management School of Business Tourism and Hospitality 4 GCSE at A* to G or equivalent VRQ 1 in Professional cookery 1 Years experience BTEC Extended Diploma Mature students by interview University Degree Trainee/apprentice Chef Baker or waiter Kitchen assistant in school/ factories/ hospitals Trainee Sous Chef Station waiter Bakery assistant Trainee baker Restaurant Manager Front of House supervisor Shift leader in contract/hospital catering Chef Hotel Manager Contract catering Manager Hospital services Manager Self employment Events Management NVQ/ VRQ2 Professional cookery or bakery 4 GCSE at C or above BTEC Extended Diploma in Hospitality or NVQ 3 in Professional cookery NVQ 3 in Patisserie and confectionery CATERING, BAKERY AND HOSPITALITY NB Entry to A-level programme 6 GCSEs A*-C AS/A Levels

11. BTEC Level 1 Introductory Diploma in IT @ Work BTEC Level 2 Diploma in ICT BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in ICT HND in Computing (Information Systems) B.Sc. Computing (Information Systems Engineering) School of Computing & IT Minimum 2 GCSE’s at grades E or F and subject to Interview Minimum 2 GCSE’s at Grade C. Or BTEC Introductory Diploma in ICT and subject to Interview Minimum 5 GCSE’s at Grade C or above. Must include Maths or English. Or BTEC Level 2 Diploma in ICT and subject to Interview 80 UCAS points plus GCSE Maths & English (1 Suitable A Level). Suitable HNC. Mature students by interview University Degree Other As/A levels Computer Operator Trainee IT Support Technician End User Support Technician IT Apprenticeship Computer Operator Technical Support User Support Network &/or Software Developer Systems Analyst Database Administrator Multimedia Design Website Administrator Programmer Network Engineer Senior Systems Analyst Senior Database Administrator Teaching (with PGCE) IT Sales Web Design Network Manager

12. Building Craft Occupations (FT/PT) Foundation Craft Occupations (FT/PT) Intermediate Craft Award (FT/PT) Advanced Craft Award (FT/PT) BTEC Subsidiary and Extended Diploma in Construction/Civil Engineering School of Construction, Built Environment No formal entry requirements Successful completion of FCA/Interview with Course Tutor Successful completion of the ACA with Credit Grade and above or 5GCSEs On successful completion of this unit you can progress to the ICA Mode of Study On completion of this college- based qualification, there is a chance to progress to a Full NVQ qualification On completion you could progress to foreperson or Charge Hand in your qualified area Progression to Junior Management positions or entry into University to study a Degree programme Successful completion of the ICA with a Credit Grade or above and 85% attendance The completion of this course enables the learner to progress to the FCA

13. BTEC National Award (FT/PT) BTEC Subsidiary and Extended Diploma in Construction/Civil Engineering HNC in Construction Management and Science (FT/PT) Foundation Degree (FT/PT) Degree Programmes (FT/PT) School of Construction, Built Environment ACA (NVQ) GCSEs 5 at C or above, A level Employment Progression to Post Graduate Degrees Progression to Junior Management Positions or entry into University to study a Degree programme Progression to intermediate management positions or entry into University to study a Degree programme Progression to Professional Chartership/Professional Body, eg. CIOB/RICS/RIBA Progression to the National Diploma in Construction/Civil Engineering

14. BTEC Introductory Diploma (Performing Arts/Art & Design/Media) BTEC L2 Diploma in Performing Arts BTEC Extended Diploma Music Technology, Music Practice, Performing Arts (Musical Theatre, Dance, Drama) HND in Music Performance/Production School of Creative, Visual and Performing Arts No formal entry requirements 2 GCSEs Grade C or above. Learners will be selected by interview and judged on their interest and experience in performing arts 1 A-level and suitably high practical level: instrument or voice. Grade 5 Theory ABRSM or equivalent University Degree: Dance, Drama, Performing Arts, Music, Music Technology Vocational Degree at a Dance/Drama/Music College Validated by a University AS/A Levels AS/A Level Dance, Theatre Studies, Music, Music Technology College Lecturer Session Musician Contemporary Dancer Classical Musician Choreographer Music Therapist Community Arts Leader Community Dance Worker Entertainer DJ Arts Administrator Trainee Front of House Manager Arts Administrator – Office Services Theatre Box Office Staff Theatre Technician Front of House PERFORMING ARTS NB Entry to A-level programme 6 GCSEs A*-C 5 GCSEs Grade C or above (Vocational) 6 GCSEs Grade C or above (Academic)

15. BTEC Introductory Diploma (Performing Arts/Art & Design/Media) BTEC L2Diploma in Art & Design BTEC Extended Diploma in Art and Design School of Creative, Visual and Performing Arts No formal entry requirements 2 GCSEs Grade C or above. Learners should be able to display an understanding and aptitude for art via a portfolio of evidence at interview University Degree: BA (Hons) in one of the following: Ceramics, Contemporary Textile Practice, Fine Art, Illustration, Graphic Communication, Product Design, Photographic Practice, Mobile, Game and Web Design AS/A Levels AS/A Level Textiles, Fine Art, 3D Ceramics, Graphic Design, Photography, Design & Technology Teaching Graphic Designer Photographer Artist Gallery Education Officer Community Art Leader Museum Administrator Museum Tour Guide Arts Administrator – Office Services Art & Design Technician ART AND DESIGN NB Entry to A-level programme 6 GCSEs A*-C 5 GCSEs Grade C or above (Vocational) 6 GCSEs Grade C or above (Academic)

16. BTEC Introductory Diploma in (Performing Arts/Art & Design/Media) BTEC L2 Diploma in Media Studies BTEC Extended Diploma in Media Production School of Creative, Visual and Performing Arts No formal entry requirements 2 GCSEs Grade C or above. Learners will be selected by interview University Degree: BA or BSc (Hons) Degree in one of the following: Media Studies, Photography/Digital Imaging, Moving Image Production, Film Design, Animation and TV and Film Design AS/A Levels AS/A Level Media, Film Studies, Photography College Lecturer Graphic Designer Photographer Animator Film, Video and TV Production Digital Community Mgr 5 GCSEs Grade C or above (Vocational) 6 GCSEs Grade C or above (Academic) Community Leader Radio Arts Administrator – Office Services Media Technician MEDIA STUDIES Foundation Degree in Creative Industries (Media Production) Presentation Scheduler Press Officer 1 A-level and 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, BTEC National Diploma/Certificate or Access to HE Media Certificate NB Entry to A-level programme 6 GCSEs A*-C

17. Pre-Apprenticeship in Engineering PEO NVQ Level 2 ECITB Fab/Weld Apprenticeship Craft Course in Engineering PEO NVQ Level 1 VRQ2/3 Engineering BTEC Extended Diploma/Diploma Engineering Foundation Degree Engineering School of Engineering No formal entry requirements 4 GCSE’s at grade C 5 GCSE’s at grade C+ (inc English, Maths and Science) University Degree AS/A Level Electronics Engineering Employment in Engineering or Manufacturing craft trade Apprenticeship Employment as Technician after industrial experience in Engineering/Manufacturing Apprenticeship Senior Technician progressing to Engineer with industrial experience Engineer in design, research technical support/sales, manufacturing, management PGCE Teaching/Lecturing MSc/MEng – progression PhD/DEng – research CEng – professional status NB Entry to A-level programme 6 GCSEs A*-C Employment in Engineering or Manufacturing craft trade Apprenticeship Higher National Certificate Engineering ENGINEER/TECHNICIAN Craft route

18. CRAFT COURSE MOTOR VEHICLE IMI VRQ Level 1 Foundation - Light Vehicle Engines + related systems Chassis + related systems Additional Welding Unit 4 Key Skills Level 1 YEAR 2 City & Guilds VRQ Level 2 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair 3 Core Units 5 Technical Units Engines; Maintenance; Chassis; Elec; Valet 3 Key Skills Level 2 Apprenticeship WBL Employment Fast Fit Environment Apprenticeship WBL Employment NVQ L2 & Level 3 progression YEAR 1 School of Engineering MOTOR VEHICLE WELSH BACCALAUREATE Foundation Level IMI Motor Vehicle – Fast Fit 5/6 Key Skills Work experience possibly in Audi factory Germany Enterprise & Community activity Entry Requirements 4 GCSE @ D or above Entry Requirements Interview / Basic Standard of Education

19. BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Health & Social Care with Welsh Bacc BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care with Welsh Bacc BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care (Health Studies) B.Sc./B.Sc.(Hons) Care Studies/Childhood Studies School of Health, Social and Childcare GCSEs - Ds and Es or above AND personal interview 2 GCSEs – C or above OR Level 1 Diploma in HSC (Distinction) AND personal interview 5 GCSEs – C or above (inc English, Maths and Science) OR or BTEC L2 Diploma HSC (Merit or Distinction) AND personal interview Over 21 no formal passes or A-level/ ND HSC/CCLD Foundation Degree/HND equivalent. Over 21 University Degrees – Varied, Nursing, Occupational Health, Social Work Support Worker Employment within Care/Early Years Sector – Supervisory/management level Social Work OT Nursing Managerial Position Support Worker Foundation Degrees: Childhood Studies, Care Studies, Found Cert Health Studies (A) Important Entry Requirement – Clear Criminal Record Bureau Check HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE NB Entry to A-level programme 6 GCSEs A*-C AS/A Levels

20. CACHE Diploma in ChildCare & Education Level 2* CACHE Diploma in ChildCare & Education Level 3* Foundation Degree Childhood Studies/Management Care Studies/Management B.Sc./B.Sc.(Hons) Childhood Studies School of Health, Social and Childcare 2 GCSEs C or above, preferred in academic subjects, Merit in BTEC Introductory Diploma Health & Social Care DCE: 4 GCSEs or DCE level 2, ND CCLD: 5 GCSEs – English, Maths, Science advisable/ preferred A-level passes/Ps at ND/DCE Level Foundation Degree/HND equivalent. Over 21 University Degrees – Social Work, Nursing/Adult/ Childhood Studies, Education, Teaching Employment Early Years Sector – Supervisory level/support worker in schools, crèches, private Employment at supervisory level/managerial level - Early Years Sector Social Work, Teaching, Nursing, OT Support Worker Important Entry Requirement – Clear Criminal Record Bureau Check EARLY YEARS BTEC National Diploma in Childcare, Learning & Development Level 3* AS/A Levels NB Entry to A-level programme 6 GCSEs A*-C *Course Titles to be amended – Oct/Nov 2010

21. Level 1 Hairdressing (2 years) Diploma in Hairdressing and Beauty Services (14+) Level 1 Hairdressing Level 2 Certificate in Hairdressing Level 2 Hairdressing Level 3 Hairdressing (FT) Level 3 Hairdressing (PT) School of Horticulture, Hairdressing and Applied Therapies 3 GCSEs at F or above Interview and Diagnostic Assessment NVQ/VRQ Level 2 Mature learners will require an interview NVQ Level 3 Hairdressing plus Commercial Experience University Degree in Management/Business NVQ/VRQ Level 1 4 GCSEs at D or above (HD) Mature learners will require an interview Level 4 in Salon Skills Employment at Supervisor/Manager level Other Level 3 professional awards Employment at Technician/Improver Any Level 3 Qualifications Employment at Apprentice Level Any Level 2 Awards 1 / 2 Hairdressing Level 4 in Salon/Management Skills (Sept 11) HAIRDRESSING Management Degree Pre-Vocational Qualification OCN Introductory Level

22. Level 1 Amenity Horticulture) BTEC Introductory Diploma in Land & Environment C&G Level 1 Certificate in Floristry Level 2 Horticulture – Hard Landscaping C&G Groundsmanship & Green Keeping RHS General Horticulture Certificate C&G Level 2 Certificate in Floristry PT C&G Diploma in Floristry FT Level 3 Horticulture RHS Advanced Diploma Level 3 Certificate / Diploma in Floristry School of Horticulture, Hairdressing and Applied Therapies Interview and Diagnostic Assessment Level 1 or 3 OCN (18 credits) NVQ/VRQ Level 2 4 GCSEs at C or above incl English/Welsh/ Double Science and/or Maths. Mature learners by interview and will need to be employed in the field of horticulture HND in Horticulture Management Employment Employment at Technician Level NVQ Level 3 RHS Advanced NVQ 2 Horticulture HORTICULTURE and FLORISTRY Level 4 and 5 Floristry

23. No Level 1 in Applied Therapies Hair & Beauty Level 2 Level 2 Beauty Therapy Level 2 Sports Therapy Holistic Therapy Level 3 Sports Therapy Level 3 Beauty Therapy School of Horticulture, Hairdressing and Applied Therapies 2 GCSEs at C or above (HB) 4 GCSEs at C or above (BT) 3 GCSEs at C or above (Sports Therapy) Mature learners will require an interview NVQ or VRQ Level 3 (Any Applied Therapy) plus Commercial/Clinical Experience NVQ/VRQ Level 2 4 GCSEs at C or above to incl English/Welsh/Double Science and/or Maths. Mature learners will require an interview Degree in Complementary Therapies Degree in Sports Therapy Level 3 in Salon/ Management Skills HND Media/Stage Make up Employment at Supervisor/ Manager level Other level 3 professional Awards Employment at Technician/Improver Level 3 Beauty Therapy Level 3 Sports & Fitness Therapies Level 3 Hot Stone Therapy Level 4 in Salon/Management Skills (Sept 11) Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage APPLIED THERAPIES (Beauty, Holistic and Sports Therapies) University Degree in Management/Business Management Degree

24. School of Pre-vocational Studies TOWARDS INDEPENDENCE Qualification: ASDAN Personal Progress ASDAN Personal and Social Dev E1 2Yrs 5 days (Afan) School of Pre-Vocational Studies No formal qualifications. Specific support needs identified LIFE SKILLS Qualification: Edexcel Skills for Independent Living E1 Edexcel Supported Employment E1 2Yrs 5 days (Afan) Social Services Provisions WORK SKILLS Qualification: Skills for Working Life E2 2Yrs 4 days (Neath) VOCATIONAL SAMPLING Qualification: EDI Skills for Working Life E3 1 Yr 4 days (Neath) No formal qualifications. A positive work ethic required VOCATIONAL PREPARATION Qualification BTEC Introductory Vocational Studies 1 Yr 4 days (Neath) PVS Vocational Courses Hairdressing / Catering / Horticulture GATEWAY Introductory Level Art / Media / Construction / IT L1 provision Employment / Vocational progression Employment SOCIAL ENTPERISE Qualification: ASDAN Personal and Social Dev. E1 3 days (Afan) E1 Entry points at 16

25. Level 1 Certificate in Sport BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sport BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport (Development, Coaching and Fitness) Foundation Degree in Sport (Sports Coaching and Performance) School of Sport and Public Services No formal entry requirements 2 GCSE at C or Certificate in Leisure 5 GCSE’s at Grade C or above or BTEC L2 Diploma in Sport at Merit grade University Degree A Level PE and other A Levels Sports Centre Technician Leisure Centre Attendant Sports Centre Technician Leisure Centre Attendant Coaching Fitness Instructor Lifeguard Instructing, Coaching, Development, personal Trainer, Outdoor Education, Analysis, Public Service Teaching/Lecturing (PGCE), Sales, Police/Armed Forces, Marketing, Coaching, Physiotherapy, Fire Service, Sports Business 1 A-level, 2 AS levels or equivalent Level 3 qualification. Mature learners over 21 with no formal qualifications but with a commitment to Sport may also be eligible, subject to interview SPORT NB Entry to A-level programme 6 GCSEs A*-C

26. Level 1 Diploma in Public Services BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Uniformed Public Services BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Public Services Foundation Degree in Sport (Sports Coaching and Performance) School of Sport and Public Services No formal entry requirements 2 GCSE at C or Certificate in Leisure 5 GCSE’s at Grade C or above or BTEC L2 Dip. in Uniformed Public Services at merit grade University Degree AS/A Level Sports Centre Technician Leisure Centre Attendant Cadet Force Sports Centre Technician Leisure Centre Attendant Coaching Fitness Instructor Lifeguard Instructing, Coaching, Development, personal Trainer, Outdoor Education, Analysis, Public Service/ Police/Fire Service Teaching/Lecturing (PGCE), Sales, Police/Armed Forces, Marketing, Coaching, Physiotherapy, Fire Service, Sports Business 1 A-level, 2 AS levels or equivalent Level 3 qualification. Mature learners over 21 with no formal qualifications but with a commitment to Sport may also be eligible, subject to interview PUBLIC SERVICES NB Entry to A-level programme 6 GCSEs A*-C

27. School of Engineering Skill Build (Work Tasters) Skill Build NVQ Level 1 Foundation Apprenticeship NVQ Level 2 Apprenticeship NVQ Level 3 Pathways Training (Work Based Learning) No formal Qualifications Interview and Assessment Careers Referral NVQ Level 2 4 GCSEs at C or above Interview and Assessment NVQ Level 3 and/or Interview and Assessment Higher Education NVQ Level 1 3 GCSEs at D or above Interview and Assessment Progression to FE, HE. Promotion within current employment Progression to Apprenticeship, FE or Employment Progression to Foundation Apprenticeship, FE or Employment Skill Build (Level 1), Foundation Apprenticeship, Modern Apprenticeship (depending on entry criteria), FE or Employment Modern Skills Diploma NVQ Level 4 Progression to HE. Promotion within current employment Careers Referral (Unfocused)

28. UCAS Tariff Points For Edexcel Qualifications

29. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diplomas / A Level Comparators Your course is made up of units which consist of guided learning hours (GLH)*. These units are internally assessed through assignments set and marked by your tutors. As you complete each unit your tutor will tell you what grade you have achieved – Pass, Merit or Distinction. To ensure that your assessed work has been marked fairly Edexcel checks samples of tutors’ marking. This process usually takes place between January and May; the grades for your assessed units can change as a result. When you have completed all the units of the course you will receive three overall grades for your qualification – again Pass, Merit or Distinction. These are the grades that will be shown on your certificate and that you should give when you apply for employment or for a place in higher education. It also contributes to UCAS. To calculate your overall grades, points are allocated to the grades you have achieved for the assessed units based on the size of unit as follows: Recording Your Achievement Size of unit (Credits) Pass GradeMerit GradeDistinction Grade 1070 points80 points90 points

30. Recording Your Achievement BTEC L3 Extended Diploma Points range above pass grade Grade 1300-1339 1340-1379 1380-1419 1420-1459 1460-1499 1500-1529 1530-1559 1560-1589 1590 and above MPP MMP MMM DMM DDM DDD DDD* DD*D* D*D*D*

31. All A/S Levels require 6 GCSE* Grades at C or above