Information
On this page you will find useful information for your Sixth Form journey which will be added to and updated from time to time. Please take the time to read the different sections as they will help you make the most of your time at the College.
Choice of A Levels
A significant number of very able students fail to gain places at selective universities because they have not chosen the most appropriate subject combination at A level, or equivalent.
The University of Cambridge runs a practical and informative session, 'The Subject Matters', which focuses on the importance of suitable A Level (or equivalent) subject choices in support of an application to a top university and provides an introduction to the benefits of higher education and the application process. The session aims to assist students with their decision making and help them access the information they need to make individual, informed A Level choices.
For more information, including how to book individual or school group places, please visit:
http://www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/events/subjectmatters
The University of Cambridge runs a practical and informative session, 'The Subject Matters', which focuses on the importance of suitable A Level (or equivalent) subject choices in support of an application to a top university and provides an introduction to the benefits of higher education and the application process. The session aims to assist students with their decision making and help them access the information they need to make individual, informed A Level choices.
For more information, including how to book individual or school group places, please visit:
http://www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/events/subjectmatters
Extended Project Qualification
The Extended Project Qualification offers the opportunity for students to produce an extended piece of work either in an area that they are already studying or in which they have a particular interest. Find out more below.
| the_epq.pdf |
Sixth Form UCAS Information Evening
| sidmouth_college_ucas_information_2024.pdf |
School Transport Post 16
Find out if you can get assistance with transport costs.
Student Resources
Within this section we will add information and links to useful resources that will help you with your studies.
| jargon_buster1.pdf |
Applying to University
How to get the university place you want
University entry can be challenging and confusing with rules on admissions frequently changing. As well as talking to your tutor about any concerns or queries, we have included plenty of information below that will help make the process much easier.
Click here to view our UCAS timeline to help you during your application.
What you need to know
The attached booklet provides a step-by-step guide on how to register and use your UCAS account.
UCAS Apply (PDF)
Writing Your Personal Statement
There is a lot of advice on the internet about how to fill in personal statements but much of it is contradictory. Our Personal Statement Guidance Booklet will help you produce the best statement for your needs and ambitions.
UCAS
UCAS is there to keep you informed
- Check out the UCAS website for lots of information and tips for both students and parents at www.ucas.co.uk
- Unravel the myths of what a place at university means financially, at the Independent Taskforce’s website www.studentfinance2012.com
- Publications assisting you with the application process, including the UCAS Guide to Getting into University and College, can be found at www.ucasbooks.com
- Watch ‘How to’ video guides at www.ucas.tv for a step-by-step look at the application process
- Any questions? “Like” the UCAS Facebook page and ask the experts www.facebook.com/ucasonline
- “Follow” UCAS and tweet the team www.twitter.com/ucas_online
