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Requirements include minimum grade levels in core subjects such as English and mathematics, with several courses requiring additional science or combined science grades. Some subjects waive GCSE study in the subject area, while alternatives such as portfolios, written content, or evidence from high-standard performance in sport are acceptable. 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If not studied at GCSE then a portfolio of graphic design work and written content considered |\n| D & T Food | 5 in food preparation and nutrition GCSE, or 6 in any D&T GCSE subject |\n| D & T Prod Design | 6 in any D&T GCSE, product design preferred. Grade 5 considered on an individual basis. |\n| D & T Textiles | 6 in texiles or art GCSE |\n| Drama | 5 in English GCSE. Also a 5 in drama if studied at GCSE |\n| Economics | 6 in maths and English (literature or language) GCSE. GCSE in subject NOT required |\n| English | 6 in English language or literature GCSE, preferably both |\n| Environmental Science | grade 5 in maths GCSE and English GCSE and grade 5-5 in combined science or grade 5 in biology and chemistry in triple science. |\n| French | 6 in French GCSE |\n| Further Maths | 8 in mathematics GCSE |\n| Geography | 6 in geography GCSE |\n| Health and Social Care Single Award | minimum for sixth form entry, GCSE in subject NOT required |\n| History | 6 in history GCSE, 6 in English GCSE or any other humanity subject if history not studied at GCSE |\n| Mathematics | 7 in mathematics GCSE |\n| Music | 6 in music GCSE. Also theoretical skills of at least grade 5. Performance skills of at least a grade 4. Expected to take lessons on instrument |\n| Photography | 6 in art GCSE. If art GCSE not taken, portfolio must be submitted for consideration |\n| Physical Education | 6 in PE GCSE and a 5 in science GCSE. If PE not studied at GCSE, evidence of high standard in one sport. |\n| Physics | 6,6 in science or 6 in physics GCSE and a 6 in mathematics GCSE |\n| Politics | 6 in English (literature or language) GCSE, or 6 in any other relevant humanities subject |\n| Psychology | minimum for sixth form entry, GCSE in subject NOT required |\n| Religious Studies (philosophy and ethics) | minimum for sixth form entry, GCSE in subject NOT required |\n| Russian | 6 in Russian GCSE |\n| Spanish | 6 in Spanish GCSE |\n| MINIMUM FOR SIXTH FORM ENTRY IS 2 X GRADE 6's AND 3 X GRADE 5's, TO INCLUDE ENGLISH AND MATHS |  |","cbCaiad32Sf4VOxb","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiad32Sf4VOxb","pdf",132027,"English","# Subject Grade Requirements\n## Minimum Sixth Form Entry Condition\n## Subject-Specific Requirements (GCSE)\n## Portfolio or Alternative Evidence Requirements","[{\"question\":\"What is the general minimum grade requirement for Balcarras Sixth Form entry in 2024?\",\"answer\":\"The minimum requirement is 2 x grade 6s and 3 x grade 5s, including English and Maths.\"},{\"question\":\"What GCSE grades are needed for Mathematics and Further Mathematics?\",\"answer\":\"Mathematics requires 7 in mathematics GCSE, while Further Maths requires 8 in mathematics GCSE.\"},{\"question\":\"Are GCSEs required for every subject application, or can alternatives be used?\",\"answer\":\"Some subjects state that GCSE in the subject is not required for sixth form entry, and others allow alternatives such as a portfolio of graphic design work or evidence of high-standard performance in a sport.\"}]","Balcarras Sixth Form Entry Requirements - 2024 Entry - GCSE Grades | PDF"]