Course overview

You will be joining students from around the world studying on the established GCSE (14–16 years) and A Level (16–18 years) programs. Your weekly study program will be a combination of academic subjects and English language lessons. Full board accommodation will be included in one of the college boarding houses.

Entry Requirements

• Age: 14+
• Academic Requirements: School Report and Interview
• English Level: IELTS 4.5+
• Locations Available: Cambridge, London & Manchester
• Start Dates: September, January, April

Course Types:

A-Level:
• Art & Design
• Biology
• Business Studies
• Chemistry
• Classical Civilization
• Computer Science
• Drama & Theatre Studies
• Economics
• English & Literature
• English Literature
• Film Studies
• French, German, Italian, and Spanish Language
• Geography
• Government & Politics
• Graphic Communication
• History
• History of Art
• Mathematics & Further Mathematics
• Media Studies
• Music
• Photography
• Physics
• Psychology
• Russian
• Sociology

A-Level Retakes:

• Art & Design
• Biology
• Business Studies
• Chemistry
• Classical Civilization
• Computer Science
• Drama & Theatre Studies
• Economics
• English & Literature
• English Literature
• Film Studies
• French, German, Italian, and Spanish Language
• Geography
• Government & Politics
• Graphic Communication
• History
• History of Art
• Mathematics & Further Mathematics
• Media Studies
• Music
• Photography
• Physics
• Psychology
• Russian
• Sociology

GCSE:

DLD College London offers a one year intensive GCSE program for British and international students (with a minimum IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent) focusing on a selection of traditional subjects that properly equip students for progression to the A Level program.

Country/Region	Block	Maths	English	A	B	C	D
	Periods	5	8	8	8	8	8
	Subject	Maths	Academic English	Biology	Physics	Chemistry	Economics
			English Language	History	Biology	Geography	Art
			English Language / Literature

Country/Region	Block	Maths	English	A	B	C	D	E	F
	Periods	5	6	12	4	2	4	4	4
	Subject	Maths	Academic English	Sciences	Art	Critical Thinking R&P	Humanities (Geo & History)	Music	Modern Languages
			English Language & Literature		Economics		Drama	Computer Science	Academic Support
Private Tuition	Classics – Italian – Spanish – German - Russian

*PSHE = 1 Period, Tutor Period = 1 Period, Sport = 3 Periods

BTEC:

BTECs are work related qualifications that are an alternative to A-Levels. BTECs provide a more practical, real-world approach to learning alongside a key theoretical background. At DLD, the university offer BTEC qualifications in Business Studies, Music Technology and Digital Media Production.
BTECs offer students a variety of assessment methods which allows them to build on their strengths. Each course provides students with a mix of project based assessments which typically involve employer links, as well as written tests, online assessments and examinations. BTECs have grown in popularity in recent years because they allow students to express their understanding practically, as well as theoretically.
To be eligible to apply for a BTEC course at DLD, students must have at least 5 GCSEs at C (Grade 4) or above including Maths and English. International students need to have a minimum of 5.5 IELTS equivalent level (with no component less than 5.0) and will need to take Maths GCSE and IELTS alongside the BTEC course.

International Foundation Programs:

International Foundation Programs (IFP) are one-year intensive courses, designed as an alternative to A Levels, which prepare students for undergraduate study. Subject Pathways:
- Art
- Biomedical Science
- Business & Economics
- Computer Science & Mathematics
- Engineering
- Fashion Management
- Financial Technology
- Mathematics & Economics
- Music

Core Skills:
Essential Mathematics A
Essential Mathematics B
Academic Skills & Research
Personal Development

Entry Requirements:
Normally be aged 17 or over before the 1 September in the year of registration
Have passed GCSE English or have an overall IELTS score of 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in the reading and writing components)
As IELTS* tests cannot be taken in certain parts of the world, language may be accessed through an entrance test

Pre-Sessional Program:

The DLD Academic Preparations Course is a course that prepares a student for a main course of study in the UK. The contents of the academic preparation course are not fixed but will normally include a majority of English Language lessons with some taster classes, study preparation and educational trips.

How is it assessed?
Students have regular tests in the four skills (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking) and sit an IELTS exam at the end of the summer term. Progression depends on English scores and previous studies:

For:	IELTS score
Year 10	4.5
Year 11	5.0
IFP	5.0
A Level	5.5*
18 Months	5.5*
BTEC	5.5*

Requirements:
4.0 IELTS equivalent or B1 in the OPT.

Pre-A Level Courses:

The purpose of this course is to equip students with the right skills and knowledge to be successful in their studies at DLD in the sixth form.

Curriculum

Assessment

DLD Pre-A Level Courses Options 2019-2020

DLD Pre A Level Course: Maths GCSE and English (GCSE or IELTS) plus a wider curriculum leading to DLD sixth form program only.

Block	Maths	English	A	B	C	D
Periods	5	8	4	8	8	6
	Maths GCSE	Academic English	Critical ThinkingExtended project	Understanding the world around us	Either Art Or MFL Or Music	Self-developmentDigital Literacy

Rationale

International students may find it hard in a one-year fast track program to get the results which really reflect their true potential.
The course comprises of the following categories:
• Maths
• Academic English
• Or English Language GCSE
• Critical thinking
• Self-development
• Understanding the world around us
• Extended project
• ICT and basic coding

And one of the following options:
• Art
• Modern Foreign Language
• Music

Academic English:

DLD university offers a range of Academic English courses based on students’ individual needs and aspirations. Outlines of these courses are provided below.

How Will You Progress?

At interview, the College will establish which main course you should study for and place you at the correct point in this progression table for the Academic English component:

IELTS	5.5 – 6.5+
IELTS	4-5
FCE	First Certificate in English (Pre-sessional, Years 10 and 11)
PET	Preliminary English Test (Pre-sessional, Years 10 and 11)
KET	Key English Test (Pre-sessional, Years 10 and 11)

Academic Summer:

Academic Summer runs three courses at DLD College London in July and August
Academic Summer – quality GCSE, IB and A-level preparation and revision courses for international and British students aged 12 to 17. Specialty weeks also offered: Medical Studies or IELTS preparation courses.
Academic Juniors – specialist program for young learners aged 7 to 12. Taught by experienced primary school teachers who know how children learn best.

Alpha Scholars Program:

DLD College London is offering a unique program of study that will develop the strengths of the most capable students who are eager to become change-makers and leaders. In addition to dedicated lessons, tailored co-curricular provision will be delivered through academically focused activities that foster independent and collaborative learning, soft skills and higher-order thinking.

Hume Pathway

Program of Study (A Levels):

- Economics
- Government & Politics
- Mathematics
- Further Mathematics (optional)

Supplementary Courses:

- DLD Diploma
- EPQ