Sixth Form Overview
Students wishing to enter 6th Form in St.Colman’s will normally be required to have 7+ A*-C grades at GCSE .
Students can select from a range of academic and vocational A-level subjects. The entry requirement for most subjects is a minimum grade B at GCSE level in that subject. For a full breakdown of subject entry requirement please see below:
A-Level Subject |
Essential |
Useful |
Art |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE Art |
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Accounting |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE Maths |
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Biology |
-Minimum Grade B in GCSE Biology or -Grade AA or AB in GCSE DA Science – with A-grades in Biology components. |
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Business Studies |
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Grade B or better in GCSE Bus. Studies |
Chemistry |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE Chemistry or Grade AA or AB in GCSE DA Science – with A-grades in Chemistry components. |
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Design & Technology |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE DT |
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English Literature |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE Eng. Lit |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE English. |
Environmental Technology |
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GCSE Geography, Physics, DT. |
French |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE French. |
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Further Maths |
Minimum Grade A in GCSE Further Maths. |
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Health & Social Care |
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History |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE History. |
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Digital Technology |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE Digital Technology. |
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Irish |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE Irish. |
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Geography |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE Geography. |
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Government & Politics |
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GCSE History, English, RS. |
Maths |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE Further Maths. Minimum Grade A in GCSE Maths (if F. Maths not studied at GCSE) |
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Moving Image Arts |
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GCSE Art. |
Music |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE Music. |
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Religious Studies |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE RS. |
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Physical Edcuation |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE PE. |
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Physics |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE Physcis or Grade AA or AB in GCSE DA Science – with A-grades in Physics components. |
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Sociology |
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GCSE History, English, RS. |
Software Systems Development |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE Computer Studies or Minimum Grade B in GCSE Further Maths. |
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Spanish |
Minimum Grade B in GCSE Spanish. |
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B-Tech. |
Essential |
Useful |
Sport (Double Award) |
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GCSE PE |
Construction (Double Award) |
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GCSE Construction |
IT (Single Award) | GCSE Digital Technology |
Expectations
Students who choose to return to study post-16 subjects in St.Colman's are expected to maintain high standards in every aspect of school life, and to act as role models for the remainder of the student body. This includes:
- Wearing the full College uniform at all times
- Being punctual for school and class each day
- Adhering to all school rules and regulations
- Having a mature and responsible approach to ones studies
- Being fully committed to fulfilling ones academic potential.
- Contributing to the extra-curricular life of the school
We aim to prepare our students for the next stage in their lives, be that 3rd level education, employment or training. We hope that by setting high standards in all aspects of student life our students leave St. Colman's fully equipped to deal with the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead of them.
Enrichment
Alongside their timetabled curriculum, students will also be able to avail of a range of facilities in the College. When not in timetabled class, students will be in one of our supervised Study Centres. Equipped with a range of desktop PCs and laptops, the Study Centres are fully wireless, thus enabling students to bring their own devices to school to assist with their studies.
CEAIG
As part of our extensive Careers programme, and in preparation for UCAS applications and possible attendance at 3rd level institutions, we provide a series of visits, talks and seminars from a range of external groups. Among these we facilitate:
- UCAS information evening
- Yr 13 work experience week
- QUB / UUJ Open Day attendance
- Student Finance seminar
- Visits / presentations from RoI and British based universities
- Careers advisory service
Facilities
Students will also be able to avail of a wide range of facilities and opportunities while attending the College:
- Full equipped fitness suite
- Music recording studio
- iMac suites
- Library
- Reading Room
- Cashless canteen
- Careers library
- Student Car park
- Language assistants
- Curricular trips
Students in Yr 14 have the facility to bring their own car to school, with a separate car park being allocated for student parking. Written permission must be granted form both parents and the school authorities in advance of this however.
Useful publications for prospective new students:
as a2 subject choices booklet 2020(1)