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Entry Requirements

General Entry Requirements

Qualifications

You must possess:

  • GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent ) in English and Mathematics (equivalency tests can be completed via Equivalence Testing www.equivalencetesting.com)
  • a degree or recognised equivalent in your Subject Specialism or a strongly related area.

Protection of Children (DES Circular 4/86) Disclosure of Criminal Background of Those With Access to Children

We have a duty to ensure that anyone with "substantial access" to children does not have a criminal record or offences which would render them unsuitable for such work. You will be required to agree to the police checking your records. You will not be permitted to begin your training without being in possession of an enhanced criminal record disclosure and having passed the GTC suitability check.

Fitness to Teach

Admission to the course is also dependent upon meeting the Secretary of State’s requirements for physical and mental fitness to teach as detailed in Fitness to Teach for Employers and ITT Providers 2007 (DCSF).

Subject Specific Entry Requirements

Mathematics

Degrees in Accountancy and Engineering may be considered where a significant Mathematics content can be shown.
A level Mathematics at grade C or above

Applied Art and Design

At least an A or B at A-Level Art and Design or Fine Art
A degree strongly related to Art and Design.
Good observational drawing skills
Competent in using 3D and 2D materials
Some knowledge of the use of Art and Design in a vocational setting

Health and Social Care

A degree in Psychology, Sociology or Sport Science may be considered.
Preferably some experience of working in the Health and Social Care sector.

Applied Science

A-levels in at least 2 of the sciences.
A science or strongly related degree

 

Durham Secondary Applied SCITT is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all potential trainees regardless of age, gender, race, ethnic origin, colour, nationality, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, political or religious belief, or socio-economic class.

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