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Entry Requirements

For some courses specific entry requirements may apply, for example previous experience or study. We will be able to tell you more when you enquire. If you do not have the required level of English or Maths for the course of your choice, we may be able to remedy that quickly.

Please contact The Hub on 08442435499 who will refer you to Essential Studies at Blackburn College.

Your Guide to Entry Requirements at Different Levels of Study

Entry Level

If you have: - No qualifications. This starter level is ideal for you to build your learning experience to go onto Level 1.

Level 1

If you already have :- GCSE Grades E-G – Ideal for those with lower grade results – additional requirement is a keenness to study in subject chosen. You can then progress to Level 2

Level 2

If you already have: - GCSE Grade C-E. This is ideal to build on your existing study skills. You will need to be committed to study in your chosen subject. YOU can progress to Level 3

Level 3

If you already have: - 4 GCSEs at C or above. Study at this level will require a specific subject mix

A Levels

If you already have three Bs and three Cs at GCSE Level you can study for A Levels in our Sixth Form

Level 4

If you have reached at least Level 3 you can study for a HND - HNC - NVQ Level 4 and other professional courses. Work on these courses involves a range of complex and specialist activities.