Entry Requirements

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The Isle of Wight College Entry Requirements

To join a course at The Isle of Wight College, you need to meet certain entry requirements. Some courses may have additional criteria, such as specific subject qualifications, portfolios, technical tests, or auditions. Detailed information for each course is available on our website. As an inclusive organisation, we are dedicated to ensuring every applicant finds a suitable place with us.

  • Your level of study will be determined by your previous achievements and GCSE results.
  • You will also be invited to a course information meeting, which includes a one-to-one conversation to help you choose the right course. More details can be found on our ‘How to Apply’ page.

Please note that the predicted GCSEs grades you provide will need to be confirmed, and your final results may affect the course level offered at enrolment.

Please note:

  • The following information is about standard entry requirements and some courses such as Construction, Engineering and Hair & Beauty, may have slightly different entry requirements, due to the industry standard requirements or awarding body requirements.
  • T level courses are for students aged 16–18, although those who turn 19 before 31st August in the year of enrolment may still be eligible to enrol. Mature students are eligible for some courses depending on the department.

Breakdown by Level

No prior qualifications required.

Progression:

  • Level 1
  • Apprenticeship
  • Employment

Entry Requirements:

At least three GCSEs or equivalent at grade 1 or above

Progression:

  • Level 2
  • Apprenticeship
  • Employment

Entry Requirements:

  • At least 4 GCSEs or equivalent qualification at grade 2, including English and Maths
  • Progressing students – completion of level 1 qualification and grade 2 in English and Maths

Progression:

  • Level 3
  • Apprenticeship
  • Employment

Entry Requirements:

  • At least 4 GCSEs or equivalent qualification at grade 4, including English and Maths
  • Progressing students, completion of level 2 qualification and grade 4 in English and Maths

Progression:

  • Higher Level Courses (Level 4/5)
  • Degree-level courses
  • Higher Apprenticeship
  • Employment

Entry Requirements:

  • At least 5 GCSEs or equivalent qualification at grade 4, including English and Maths
  • Progressing students, completion of level 2 qualification and grade 4 in English and Maths

Progression:

  • Higher Level Courses (Level 4/5)
  • Degree-level courses
  • Higher Apprenticeship
  • Employment

Entry Requirements:

  • Relevant Level 3 qualification or A-levels in relevant subjects.

Progression:

  • Higher National Diploma (HND)
  • Higher Apprenticeship
  • Professional Award
  • Foundation Degree

Entry Requirements:

  • Relevant Level 4 qualification or progression from the second year of a related Level 4 course.

Progression:

  • Top-up to a full Degree
  • Higher Apprenticeship
  • Employment

Entry Requirements:

  • Relevant Level 5 qualification or equivalent prior learning/experience in a related subject.

Progression:

  • Master's Degree
  • Employment
  • Exceptional Entries