GCE A Level in Business
at Shirley High School Performing Arts College, Croydon · college
What the college says
Designed to provide learners with an introduction to the sector with a focus on performance. Supports progression to higher education or employment when taken alongside other Level 3 qualifications.
What you need to get on
Students will need a grade of '5' in English Language and Mathematics and a '6' in their chosen subject.
How you are assessed
Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Shirley High School Performing Arts College
Shirley Church Road, Croydon, CR0 5EF
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Croydon
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