Sixth Form provides students with specialised knowledge and expertise in their subjects of choice.
Pupils become more independent and responsible for their education in order to develop the necessary skills for them to tackle their future career and lifelong learning.
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In the last stage of their education, students must take the Cambridge International AS and A-Level examinations.
In Year 12 they take the first part of the exams, corresponding to the Advanced Supplementary Level or AS Level in their chosen subjects. In Year 13, they complete these subjects by taking the Advanced Level or A-Level examinations. Students must complete four A-Levels by the end of Year 13.
All subjects are taught in English, except for the foreign language subjects.
One of the advantages of this type of studies is that they are much more specialised than other systems and subjects are taught in more depth.
They also offer great versatility for the students when putting together the structure of their Higher Secondary Education studies with the guidance and advice of tutors and teachers. This, as well as intensifying academic preparation, fosters their motivation is these last two years of their school life.
Year 12 and Year 13 students take the Spanish Pruebas de Competencias Específicas (PCE) in the Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia (UNED).
These exams are carried out by students who have completed a foreign Bachillerato and would like to access a Spanish university.
We are aware that once our students complete their studies at BSV, they must be able to officially certify their level in English. Our language qualification programme allows students to earn an accredited level (external certification exam) of their English.
They take the Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) in Year 12 and the Certificate in Proficiency in English (CPE) in Year 13.
The Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) proves the highest C2 level. It is widely recognised and implies compliance with the admission requirements established by most of higher education and professional institutions.
Students who decide to continue their French studies, in addition to being able to take the A-Level exam, they can also sit the Diplôme d’études en langue française – DELF (level B2) or Diplôme approfondi de langue française – DALF (level C1).
If they are also studying a third foreign language such as German or Chinese, students can sit the Goethe-Zertifikat (level B1/B2) for German or the HSK Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (level HSK3/HSK4) for Mandarin Chinese.
Studying Valenciano is optional in Sixth Form. Students who wish to study this regional language can obtain the official certificate issued by the Junta Calificadora de Conocimientos en Valenciano Grado Mitjà.
We begin to prepare and orientate our students once they reach Year 11, although the formal application is not completed until Year 13.
University admission, either for Spanish or British universities, is based on the results obtained in the A-Level examinations and PCE which students sit at the end of Year 12 and Year 13.
The students will be required to write a personal statement (foreign universities) and may be called for an interview before being made an offer of a place depending on the results of the A-Level exams.
This is based on a common application process for all candidates, regardless of the education systems being studied. University places are allocated depending on the candidates’ applications and the final mark on a scale from 0 to 14. This requires passing at least three A-Levels subjects relating directly to the chosen degree.
This requires passing at least three A-Levels subjects relating directly to the chosen degree. The marks required for entrance varies from one university to another. The admission is done through the Universities & Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS), which allows students to select up to five university courses.
Entrance to universities in the United States is also possible through The Common Application process which is a very similar process to the one carried out in the UK.
This educational experience combines adventure, travel, and personal development.
Pupils step out of their comfort zone engaging in meaningful projects and activities which provide a unique blend of adventure, cultural immersion, and service opportunities whilst they explore different parts of the world.
This award is voluntary and non-competitive. There are three levels: bronze, silver, and gold.
The students design their own award programme, set their own goals, and record their own progress, highlighting the uniqueness of the award in being independent and self-regulating. They choose a service, physical recreation, and skills activity, go on an adventurous journey and, to achieve a gold award, take part in a residential project.
The only person they compete against is themselves, by challenging their own beliefs about what they can achieve.
This provides a platform for young people to develop their public speaking skills, critical thinking abilities, teamwork, and leadership skills.
Participants engage in meaningful discussions and debates, participate in committee work and draft resolutions on current European issues.
Sixth Form students have the chance to participate in this project which focuses on mental health.
It creates an environment where young individuals can learn from and support each other, leading to positive behaviour change and improved wellbeing. They share information, promote healthy behaviours, discuss strategies for managing challenges, and provide resources when needed.
We believe that this project is a great way for our students to practice public speaking and facilitation skills, boost self-confidence and esteem and gain new knowledge about mental health.
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