A Sixth Form like no other
South Devon College offers a wide range of opportunities for school leavers, including academic study within a dedicated Sixth Form. This provides exceptional results for those studying their A Levels, with 2024 seeing a 99% (74% A*-C) pass rate.
If you’re looking to apply for A Levels, you only need to apply once for your place at the Sixth Form. You will be contacted to choose your subjects before your Interview Evening following your application.
Apply now Discover our A Levels
What makes us different is not only our wide range of A Level subjects on offer compared to other schools in South Devon, but you can also study the new T Levels. Whether you choose an academic or work-focused path, you will have a fulfilling experience and nationally recognised qualifications that will make your CV or university application stand out.
This is made possible by the spectacular South Devon College campus that’s bursting with class-leading facilities, all available for you to utilise in your studies as a student here.
T Levels
Apply now or find out how and when you can get involved with the next level qualification.
A Levels
See what you could choose to study below:
| A Levels | Additional Qualifications | Extra-Curricular |
|---|---|---|
| – Applied Science (Cambridge Advanced National) – Art and Design – Biology – Business Studies – Chemistry – Criminology – English Language – English Literature – Film Studies – Human Biology (Cambridge Advanced National) – Geography – History – Law – Maths – Philosophy – Physics – Politics – Psychology – Sociology | – AS Level Further Maths – Extended Project Qualification | – Model UN society – Debating club – Purple Press (student newspaper) – Competitive and recreational sport and fitness – National Citizenship Service |
A Level Options Block
Choose one A Level from three different columns using the grid below:
Why Choose South Devon College?
With one of the widest range of A Levels available compared to other schools in South Devon, you can tailor your choices to meet your interests and ambitions, whether that means progression to university, a higher apprenticeship, or employment. You will be taught by enthusiastic subject specialists with years of industry experience or academic achievements.
The Student Experience
With all of our students studying in Year 10 and above, the College environment will feel a world apart from school. Our students tell us that with no registration slots and friendly tutors, they enjoy being treated like adults, while also receiving excellent support. The student experience is tailored to you, and is focused on giving you a wide range of opportunities, both during and after your studies.
The experience doesn’t stop there. You can make your time at Sixth Form what you want it to be with a wide range of extra-curricular activities. Over the past two years, our students have visited Germany and Sweden, and this year we’ll visit Norway.
International Student Exchange
At South Devon College we offer once-in-a-lifetime international experiences via the Turing Scheme. The Turing Scheme is the UK government’s programme for study and work abroad.
Progression to University
In 2024, 60% of our students are progressing straight to university, with destinations including Russell Group Universities such as Manchester, Exeter, Birmingham and Durham, and more local universities including the University of Plymouth, UWE and University Centre South Devon.
This year, we are partnering with Next Steps South West and the University of Exeter on the Bridges Into HE project, which aims to improve access to Higher Education.
Our Staff and Students
Meet Dave Wildman – A Levels Teacher
Dave is our History and Politics A Levels Teacher. Listen to Dave’s story about his passion for the subjects he teaches and what he has achieved personally in the video below:
Meet Jess and Sophie – Students
Jess and Sophie are between them studying Biology, Geography, Politics, Sociology, and English Literature. Listen to their story about studying at South Devon College and there experience on a Turing trip to Sweden in the video below:
With no students below Year 9, the College environment here will feel a world apart from school. Our students tell us that they enjoy being treated like an adult by friendly tutors, whilst also having excellent support to hand, whether that’s for support with studying or personal circumstances. The student experience is tailored to you and focused on giving you the most opportunities during and after your studies.
Having studied GCSEs at South Devon High School, Michaela decided to stay on as she liked the “friendly environment and teachers”. She plans to study Photography or Film at Falmouth University in September 21.
Michaela
Grades: A in Film, an A in Photography and a B in English Literature
Year on year, we consistently see around 75% of students continue their studies at university, 40% of those securing places in Russell Group Universities around the UK. But at South Devon College’s Sixth Form, your path to higher education is closer than you might think with University Centre South Devon being next door.
Matthew chose the College because of its “good reputation and facilities”. He found the tutors at South Devon College “amazing and so helpful”. Matthew has secured his place at the University of Nottingham studying Mathematical Physics. He had the following advice for others starting their A Levels this year: “It’s a big step up, so make sure you keep on top of your work!”
Matthew
Grades: A in Maths, a B in Physics, a B in Computer Science and an A in AS Level Further Maths
With many Sixth Form tutors also being lecturers at the University Centre, you’ll build strong relationships with your tutors ahead of university and prepare for what it’s like to study in higher education; all whilst achieving great things as part of your studies at Sixth Form.
The experience doesn’t stop there. You can make your time at Sixth Form what you want it to be with a wide range of extra-curricular activities that add up to make the College experience unlike anywhere else. With the Torquay United Sports Academies, Student Union, student newspaper and various community and charity events, there’s something for everyone to get involved with.
