Your Pathway
Your Career
“Students have tailored pathways, expert teaching, and the support they need to excel academically.”
Ofsted Report, 2024
At our specialist ‘Pathways’ Sixth Form, everything we do is built around one clear principle: Your Pathway, Your Career.
We offer a unique and structured programme that aligns each student’s ambitions with the most effective school-led, university-led, and business-led outreach opportunities available. From masterclasses and webinars to mentoring and enrichment, every element is designed to deepen your understanding of higher education and careers, raise your attainment, and build the confidence you need to thrive.
Whether your destination is university, a degree apprenticeship, or direct employment, our Pathways provide tailored, high-quality experiences during tutor time, independent study, and at home—ensuring your application stands out nationally. In fact, completion of some programmes can even lead to reduced university offers (e.g. BBB instead of AAA), giving you a significant advantage. With academic progress rates that rival the very best sixth forms in the country, our approach doesn’t just open doors—it helps you walk confidently through them.
sixth form pathways booklet.pdf
Pathway to
Biological Sciences
Djanogly Sixth Form subject choices
A Levels:
You will usually require Biology and preferably Chemistry. Mathematics and Physics are beneficial. Computer Science, Geography and Psychology will also be helpful to your progress.
Consider the Extended Project Qualification.
Our targeted personal development programmes
To support your development, you can choose one or two outreach programmes from the following list:
- University of Nottingham Summer School for Biological Science (for an enhanced contextual offer - up to two grades lower, depending on the course)
- STEM SMART with Cambridge University (must be studying Maths and Science)
- Zero Gravity mentoring programme
- Nottingham Trent University progression programme
- University of Nottingham Ambition Programme
- HE+ (supported by Cambridge University)
- Sutton Trust Summer Schools
- 5 -day InvestIN work experience placement in London
- Aspiring Professional Programme
We will also organise a personal plan for you that includes:
- Access to contextualised university offers
- Personalised work placements through our partnership with the NHS
- Masterclasses with industry professionals related to Biological Science courses
- Personalised UCAS personal statement support
- Webinars in subjects related to the Biological Sciences
- Virtual work experience with Speaker for Schools
Pathway to Apprenticeship
Types of Apprenticeships
Level 3 apprenticeship (Advanced Apprenticeship)
Generally considered as the equivalent to two A Level passes.
Level 4 apprenticeship (Higher Apprenticeship)
The equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree.
Level 5 apprenticeship (Higher Apprenticeship)
The second level of higher apprenticeships is the equivalent to a foundation degree. It’s not unusual to see some more specific requirements from employers.
Level 6 apprenticeship (Degree apprenticeship)
Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree and is mostly provided by universities. Entry requirements vary, but there may be some specific requirements, such as GCSEs and Level 3 qualifications (like an advanced apprenticeship, A Levels, BTEC or NVQ).
Level 7 apprenticeship (Degree apprenticeship)
The equivalent to a master’s degree. There might also be some entry requirements that include a Level 4 or 5 apprenticeship or equivalent qualification, a Level 6 higher apprenticeship or experience relevant to the apprenticeship.
Djanogly City Academy Sixth Form – Apprenticeship Timeline (example)
For more information on apprenticeships check out these links:
What are Apprenticeship LevelsDegree Apprenticeship Case Study
Get Social Savvy Psychometric Tests
The Apprenticeship Application Journey