A Level Subject
GCSE Entry Requirements
Additional and alternative requirements
Art & Design 6 in Art
Biology
6 in Biology
6 in Mathematics
The Combined Science requirement is 66 if separate sciences not studied.
Business
5 in English Language
You do not need to have studied Business Studies at GCSE.
Chemistry
7 in Chemistry
6 in Mathematics
The Combined Science requirement is 77 if separate sciences not studied.
Classical Civilisation 5 in English Language or English Literature
You do not need to have studied Classics, Latin, Greek or History at GCSE.
Computer Science
6 in Computer Science
6 in Mathematics
You do not need to have studied GCSE Computer Science
DT - Product Design
6 in DT
5 in Mathematics
GCSE in Design and Technology or a related Technology course is required at grade 6 or above. If a BTEC has been completed instead of GCSE
DT a Distinction grade is required.
Drama and Theatre Studies
6 in Drama
If you have not studied GCSE Drama a 6 in English Literature is required
Economics
6 in Mathematics and 6 in English Language
You do not need to have studied Economics at GCSE.
English Language 6 in English Language or Literature
English Literature 6 in English Language or Literature
Environmental Science 6 in a Science and Mathematics
The Combined Science requirement is 66 if separate sciences not studied.
French 6 in French
Geography 6 in Geography
If not studied at GCSE, please speak to the Director of Sixth Form
German 6 in German
History 6 in History
If not studied at GCSE, please speak to the Director of Sixth Form
Mathematics 7 in Mathematics
Music
6 in Music
GCSE in Music is desirable (at grade 6 or above) but not essential.
Grade 5 (music grades, not GCSE) or equivalent standard on an Instrument/Voice is required.
PE
6 in PE or
6 in a Science
You do not need to have studied PE at GCSE. If a BTEC has been completed instead of GCSE PE a Merit grade is required.It is preferable to play
a sport to a good standard. The Combined Science requirement is 66 if separate sciences not studied.
Physics
7 in Physics
7 in Mathematics
The Combined Science requirement is 77 if separate sciences not studied.
Politics 5 in English Language
You do not need to have studied Politics at GCSE
Psychology
6 in English Language and 6 in Mathematics OR 6 in a Science
You do not need to have studied Psychology at GCSE. The Combined Science requirement is 65 if separate sciences not studied.
RS - Philosophy and Ethics 6 in Religious Studies
Grade 5 in English Language or Literature if RS not taken at GCSE
Sociology 5 in English Language
You do not need to have studied Sociology at GCSE
Spanish (conditional on number of students opting for this
subject)
6 in Spanish
Additional Subject
GCSE Entry Requirements
Additional and alternative requirements
Core Mathematics (Level 3) n/a
Extended Project Qualification n/a
Further Mathematics (A Level) 8 in Mathematics You also need to be studying Maths at A-Level.
Astronomy (GCSE) n/a
Latin (GCSE) 5 in English Language or English Literature
Arts Award (Gold) n/a
You will need to have an existing 'art form' that you practice in some way (e.g. Art, Drama, Music)
Sports Leader Award n/a
Entry Requirements to South Wilts Grammar School Sixth Form 2024
To enter the Sixth Form you need to have gained the following:
6 subjects at grade 5 / C
At least a 5 at GCSE in English Language and Mathematics
The GCSE grades required for your options choices are outlined below.
For vocational subjects, where there is a 6, the equivalent is a Merit
