Enrolment: Suffolk One opened its doors to students on Tuesday 24th August . Suffolk Radio were first there - to hear the radio interview just click on the sound bar:

Suffolk One is open for enrolment from August 31st onwards 9.00am – 6.00pm no need to book a slot just come along.If you have any queries call us on 01473 603530 or email admin@suffolkone.org Read more

Qualifications and entry requirements

Suffolk One offers a broad range of studies and qualifications, including:

• 44 A-level subjects
• the AQA Bacc
• a wide and diverse range of Applied Learning courses
• Foundation learning for 14-16 years in partnership with your school

Studying for A-levels at Suffolk One

Click on a subject to view the specific course information sheets and necessary entry requirements.

Suffolk One is running the AQA Baccalaureate (AQA Bacc)

The AQA Bacc is a recognised qualification that helps students to gain the suite of qualifications, skills and qualities that universities and employers want. It asks students to pursue subjects, interests and activities that give them independence. It promotes responsibility and engages them with study, with their school community and with the wider community. The 4 key elements to the AQA Bacc are:

Depth of study - Students must study at least 3 A levels and achieve grade E or above on all; the grades achieved at A level will contribute to the level at which the Bacc is awarded; Pass, Merit or Distinction. There is complete flexibility of choice of A level; with the exception of Critical Thinking, General Studies or Citizenship, which count as a Breadth subject.

Breadth of study - Critical Thinking, General Studies or Citizenship to AS level to be achieved at Grade E or above although the grade achieved does not impact on the level of the AQA Bacc awarded.

Extended Project - Completion of the Extended Project will be graded on an A* - E scale and the Extended Project will contribute to the level of Bacc awarded.

Enrichment Activities - Students cover a variety of activities involving at least 100 hours over one or two year programme. At least two of the following three core areas must be included, with a minimum of 30 hours spent on any one area.

• Work-related learning
• Community participation
• Personal development activities

Click here to download information on the AQA Baccalaureate

Applied opportunities at Suffolk One; Level 2 and level 3

• NCFE level 2 certificates and higher project in creative arts, media and performance

• City and guilds level 2 diploma in women's hairdressing

• BTEC level 2 first diploma in sport 

• BTEC national diploma in creative arts, media and performance 

• BTEC national diploma in construction and the build environment

• BTEC national diploma for IT practitioners

• BTEC national diploma in health and social care

• BTEC Level 2 first diploma in health and social care

Foundation Learning at Suffolk One.

Building a more confident future

Our Foundation Learning offers personalised programmes for students who are working at Entry level and Level 1. You can study for these qualifications at One, full-time or part-time, in partnership with your school (14-16).

Foundation Learning is a new qualifications framework devised and developed by the Learning and Skills Council (LSC) and the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA). It forms part of the 14 - 19 strategy.

Courses are tailor-made and are known as Progression Pathways - they have four main components:

• Vocational knowledge, skills and understanding. You can experience a range of vocational contexts relating to specific occupations; develop personal and social skills for your working life; develop employability skills and job specific skills (level 1 and above).

• Subject based qualifications. You'll develop skills as well as knowledge; develop understanding of the subject to allow further progression; develop research skills; all with a practical emphasis.

• Functional Skills. This means you'll gain practical skills in English, Maths and ICT to help develop independence.

• Personal and social development. You'll become a successful learner, a confident individual and responsible citizen. We help you to identify your strengths, areas for development and learning goals. Through this, any barriers to learning are identified and unblocked.

Individualised courses will be accredited through the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF). This framework recognises the achievement of units of work based on a system of credit accumulation. Students are awarded credits for the completion of units.

This framework ensures that all achievements can be recognised. Through Foundation Learning students can go on to achieve Award, Certificate or Diploma level qualifications.

Click on a subject to view the foundation course information sheets and necessary entry requirements.

Art
Food Studies
Functional Skills
Independence Skills
Performing Arts
Personal & Social Development
Physical Education
Science