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Public Services Extended Diploma

at South & City College Birmingham, Birmingham · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

This is a two-year Level 3 Public Services extended diploma course that is suitable for recent school-leavers and adults. It is a practical, work-related course for those who are interested in learning more about the public services. You may be wanting to pursue a career in the police, fire service, the military or prison service. A career in the uniformed services will see you never having two days the same, and our course will prepare you to expect the unexpected.

What you need to get on

You will need: Level 2 BTEC Public Services at Merit or Distinction and maths and English at Grade 4 or 4 GCSEs grade 9-4 including maths and English

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

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

  • Longbridge Campus

    South and City College Birmingham 1 Longbridge Lane, Northfield, B31 2AJ

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  • Hall Green Campus

    Cole Bank Road Hall Green, Birmingham, B28 8ES

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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Northfield
  • 7 September 2026 · Birmingham

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