Curriculum — Overview

The Royal High Sixth Form College offers you the unique opportunity in the independent sector in Bath to choose your pathway to Higher Education and the world of work.

You can opt for the traditional A level structure. Most students take 4 subjects at AS level in Year 12, and continue with 3 subjects to A level in Year 13. A small number of students take one or more additional subjects at AS or A level.

We  also offer students the alternative of the International Baccalaureate Diploma programme. IB Diploma students study 6 academic subjects, at least 3 of which are taken at higher level and 3 at standard level. The IB Diploma also involves taking a course in Theory of Knowledge, demonstrating a commitment to creativity, action and service, and completing an individual research project. Whether or not you are an existing student or joining us from another school, our dedicated team of tutors will help you to decide which pathway is most appropriate to your individual strengths, interests and circumstances.

Both A levels and the IB Diploma prepare you equally well for higher education and have equal status in the eyes of British universities. You can also be assured that our emphasis on the extra curricular provision for all college students means that A level students do not miss out on the creativity, action and service that is integral to the IB Diploma.

Whatever your programme of study, you will be joining a community greatly enriched by the diversity of our provision.