Yeovil College Expands A Level Offerings with Exciting New Courses
Yeovil College is thrilled to announce an exciting expansion to its A Level offerings. A Level Physical Education (PE) and A Level Spanish will be joining the line-up from September 2025. This means that current Year 11 students can select either or both of these subjects at Yeovil College.
The benefit of these key A Levels are clear:
A Level Physical Education (PE):
- Develops a deep understanding of physical fitness, sports science, and health.
- Provides practical skills and theoretical knowledge that are highly valued in sports-related careers.
- Enhances teamwork, leadership, and communication abilities.
A Level Spanish:
- Enables students to achieve fluency in one of the world’s most widely spoken languages.
- Opens doors to international career opportunities and cultural experiences.
- Improves cognitive skills such as problem-solving, multitasking, and memory.
The College has listened to feedback from the community and has invested in areas of interest, ensuring that they are providing educational solutions that are in high demand.
Mark Bolton, Principal & CEO, Yeovil College, said:
“We are incredibly excited to introduce A Level Physical Education and A Level Spanish to our curriculum. These additions reflect our commitment to providing diverse and comprehensive educational opportunities that meet the evolving needs of our students. We believe these new courses will open-up fantastic career pathways and enrich the academic experience at Yeovil College.”
FAQs about the New A Levels:
- What are the entry requirements? To study a programme of A Levels at Yeovil College, students need to achieve a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades 9 – 5.
- Can students switch to one of these new A Levels if they have already applied for a different course? Yes, switching is easy. Students can contact iZone at iZone@yeovil.ac.uk to discuss their options.
- What career opportunities do these A Levels offer? A Level Physical Education can lead to careers in sports science, coaching, physiotherapy, and more. A Level Spanish opens doors to careers in international business, translation, tourism, and education.
- Will there be any additional costs for these courses? There are no additional costs; however, there may be optional costs for extracurricular resources and trips.
Further information about each A Level can be found on the Yeovil College website – www.yeovil.ac.uk
Yeovil College looks forward to supporting students in their educational journey and helping them achieve their career goals.