Choosing the
right level for you
When you choose your course you also need to think about the right level and whether you
will be able to meet the course entry requirements. Use this chart to choose the right level
for you now, and think about how you would like to progress over the next few years:
If you are…
Then you should
apply for…
E2E vocational options
Interested in studying but you don’t have
ESOL or Essential Skills
any GCSEs or other qualifications or you ENTRY LEVEL
want to develop your English or maths
Entry Level programmes
Life skills programme
BTEC Introductory
Likely to have GCSE grades E-F or an Entry
Foundation Diploma
Level qualification or potential to study at
FOUNDATION
Foundation Level
LEVEL 1
C & G Level 1
NVQ Level 1
Likely to have at least 3 or 4 GCSEs at grade
BTEC First Diploma
D or above, including English and maths, or a
Higher Diploma
Foundation Level qualification with merit or
INTERMEDIATE
you have work experience and the potential
LEVEL 2
C & G Level 2
NVQ Level 2
to study at Intermediate Level
ILEX Certificate
Likely to have grades A*-C in at least 4-5
BTEC National Certificate
GCSEs, including English and maths, or an
Intermediate qualification with merit or you
ADVANCED
BTEC National Diploma
have work experience and the potential to
LEVEL 3
Advanced Diploma
study at Advanced Level
NVQ Level 3
Some courses may ask for a specific qualification or
you may have to prepare a portfolio or take an audition.
You may also be required to take an assessment.
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