Athena Sixth Form College - Downham Market

Please note that some courses are subject to change - our website will be updated should any information change.

Please apply through our website at https://asf.tela.org.uk/

General Entry Requirements

A Level Programme Entry Requirements

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 6 or above
• Minimum of a 6 in English and Maths and Science if taking A level Sciences.

The opportunity to study four Advanced level subjects will be offered to some particularly well-qualified applicants, currently defined as students who have achieved at least an average grade 7 across their best seven GCSE subjects.

Vocational and Applied Diploma Entry Requirements

• Merit at Level 2 in chosen area of study
• Minimum of 5 GCSE's at grade 4 or above including at least a grade in English and Maths

**Please refer to each subject's entry requirements for additional entry requirements for that subject**

Each student has access to 1:1 guidance meetings that cover a range of topics from job applications and CV writing to university guidance and UCAS application. There are constant opportunities for mentoring as well as help in sourcing work experiencing. 

We are proud to offer a diverse range of courses to ensure there is a pathway for any ambition or future career. There is a genuine sense of community and socialisation, yet the class sizes remain small enough to ensure students receive bespoke support and guidance. In addition, there is a vibrant enrichment programme that continues to grow, with a range of trips on offer.

You will be known on a personal level, allowing us to help shape our offer to best suits your needs and ambitions.