Apprenticeship Services
Guide to prior attainment
Do you know which level of qualification you already have? This table should help you. If you are still unsure, though, please contact our student services team who will be happy to review your circumstances and offer advice.
Prior attainment level | Qualification equivalent |
Level 1 | · GCSE grades D-G or 3-1 · Level 1 Award/Certificate/Diploma (e.g. BTEC/CACHE/City & Guilds) · Level 1 Functional Skills · Level 1 NVQ · Level 1 Technical Awards |
Level 2 | • 5 or more GCSE grades A*- C or 9-4 • 1 A level or 2 AS levels • Level 2 BTEC or City & Guilds Certificates (15+ credits) • Level 2 or Higher Diploma (eg BTEC/City & Guilds) • Level 2 NVQ · Level 2 Technical Certificates |
Level 3 | • 2 A levels or 4 AS levels • Level 3 BTEC or City & Guilds Diploma • Level 3 NVQ • Level 3 Technical or Applied |
Student finance: Your questions answered
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