You must understand the process of sitting exams as a private candidate. Ashton Sixth Form College only accept applications for written examinations i.e. No coursework units, ICT Practical exams or science practical/coursework units. It is your responsibility to obtain and carefully read the specification for your subject, as not all subjects are available to private candidates. A specification will provide you with information relevant to the qualification you are studying. You can find out more by visiting the awarding body website.
Private Candidate applications will be accepted twice per year, November (GCSEs only) and May/June examination series.
Applications will be accepted for the following subjects:
November Examinations
| Subject | Awarding Body | Specification & Level | Linear / Legacy Specification |
| English Language* | Pearson | 1EN0 (GCSE) | Linear 9-1 GCSE Qualification. (Must have previously completed course and be carrying forward Speaking and Listening grade) |
| Mathematics | Pearson | 1MA1F(Foundation) / 1MA1H (Higher) | Linear 9-1 GCSE Qualification. |
Summer Examinations
| Subject | Awarding Body | Specification & Level | Linear/Legacy Specification |
| Accounting | AQA |
7127 (A-Level) |
Linear specification. First examination Summer 2019.
|
| Biology* |
AQA
Pearson |
7402
9BI0 (B) |
Linear - must have completed and carry forward the Practical Endorsement grade, or enter for the practical endorsement through BioGrad (see information below).
Linear - must have completed and carry forward the Practical Endorsement grade or enter for the practical endorsement through BioGrad (see information below).. |
| Business |
Pearson
AQA |
9BS0 (A-level)
7132 (A-level) |
Linear specifications |
| Chemistry* |
OCR
AQA |
H432
7405 |
Linear - must have completed and carry forward the Practical Endorsement grade or enter for the practical endorsement through BioGrad (see information below).
Linear - must have completed and carry forward the Practical Endorsement grade or enter for the practical endorsement through BioGrad (see information below).. |
| Economics |
Pearson
AQA |
9ECO (A Level)
7136 (A level) |
Linear specifications |
| English Language* |
Pearson
AQA |
1EN0 (GCSE)
8700 |
9-1 Graded qualification. Must use (carry forward) the Speaking and Listening grade from previous certification.
9-1 Graded qualification. Must use (carry forward) the Speaking and Listening grade from previous certification. |
| English Language* |
Eduqas (WJEC)
AQA |
A700QS (A level)
7702 (A level) |
Linear - must have completed and carry forward the NEA.
Linear - must have completed and carry forward the NEA.
|
| English Language & Literature* |
Pearson
AQA |
9EL0 (A level)
7707 (A level) |
Linear - must have completed and carry forward the NEA.
Linear - must have completed and carry forward the NEA. |
| English Literature* |
Pearson
AQA |
9ET0 (A level)
7712 (A level) |
Linear - must have completed and carry forward the NEA.
Linear - must have completed and carry forward the NEA. |
| Geography* |
AQA
Pearson |
7037 (A-level)
9GE0 (A level) |
Linear - must have completed and carry forward the NEA.
Linear - must have completed and carry forward the NEA. |
| Government & Politics* / Politics* |
AQA
Pearson |
7152 (A level)
9PL0 (A level) |
Linear
Linear |
| History* |
Pearson
AQA |
9HI0 (A level)
7042 (A level) |
Linear - must have completed and carry forward the NEA.
Linear - must have completed and carry forward the NEA. |
| Law |
AQA
OCR |
7162 (A level)
H415 (A level) |
Linear specifications |
| Mathematics |
Pearson
AQA |
1MA1 F / 1MA1 H (GCSE)
8300 F / 8300 H (GCSE) |
9-1 Grading. Must indicate if sitting foundation (f) or higher (h) tier examinations.
9-1 Grading. Must indicate if sitting foundation (f) or higher (h) tier examinations. |
| Mathematics |
Pearson
AQA |
9MA0 (A level)
7357 |
Linear specifications |
| Mathematics Further |
AQA
Pearson |
7367 (A level)
9FM0 (A level) |
Linear specifications |
| Physics* |
OCR
Pearson |
H556 (A level)
9PH0 (A level) |
Linear - must have completed and carry forward the Practical Endorsement grade, or enter for the practical endorsement through BioGrad (see information below).
Linear - must have completed and carry forward the Practical Endorsement grade, or enter for the practical endorsement through BioGrad (see information below). |
| Psychology |
AQA
OCR |
7182 (A Level)
H567 (A level)
|
Linear specifications
|
| Religious Studies |
WJEC
AQA |
A120 (A level)
7062 (A level) |
Linear specifications
|
| Sociology |
AQA
OCR |
7192 (A-level)
H580 (A level) |
Linear specifications
|
| * | Must have certificated NEA previously. NEA/Practical Endorsement grade must be carried forward. | ||
| BioGrad |
https://www.biograd.co.uk/a-level-assessed-practical-courses-biograd.php ASFC run a consortium arrangement with BioGrad. Candidates are able to take their practical endorsements with Biograd, who in turn, will confirm grading for the practical endorsements. Applications to Biograd must be made independently by the candidate. Any queries regarding the BIOGRAD facilities should be directed to Biograd using the contact information on their website. |
Identification:
Before applying, please ensure that you hold two forms of ID. We require one form of photographic ID (e.g. driving license, passport) and one other form of ID (e.g. birth certificate, bank statement etc.). Identification must be emailed to the college within 48 hours of submitting your application.
Access Arrangements:
Please contact us to discuss any access arrangement requirements prior to application. If the college need to run diagnostic testing or process access arrangements (i.e., where an application for access arrangements has expired), there is a charge of £40.00 per hour. This fee includes any additional administration incurred whilst applying for access arrangements.
Fees:
We accept payment by debit/credit card. All payments must be made in full at the time of application. Unfortunately, once an application is made and accepted, fees will NOT be refunded. Please see our terms and conditions for more information. Fees are outlined below.
Late Applications
The college does not accept late applications. Fees for the 2018/19 academic year are outlined below:
| Level | Price (per subject unless otherwise stated) | Notes |
| GCSE | £130.00 | All speaking and listening endorsements must have been completed and carried forward. |
| A level (linear) | £250.00 | All NEA/Practical endorsements must be carried forward. |
| AS/A-level (legacy) | £80.00 per exam unit | All coursework must be carried forward. |
Email: externalcandidates@asfc.ac.uk
Telephone: 0161 330 2330 ext. 275
