The Sixth Form Curriculum
It is the aim of Dubai British School to provide our post 16 students with a stimulating and
purposeful curriculum, leading to qualifications which are internationally recognised and accepted as
entry requirements for Higher Education.
We welcome students of all abilities and offer them not only a broad and balanced curriculum but
also opportunities to develop into responsible members of the adult community.
At Dubai British School there is a wide range of options available. The portfolio of qualifications
available includes:
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GCE Advanced Subsidiary Level
The AS Level courses contain two or three units and are the compulsory foundation to the A
Level course. They may also be an end in themselves. The usual pattern of modules is
assessment by external examination; these assessments that take place in June of Year 12
depending on the subject.
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GCE Advanced Level
The A Level course contains 4 or 6 units in total; the first two or three units must be completed
in Year 12 as AS Levels. The final two or three units (A2) are offered in Year 13 and the
majority are assessed by a similar pattern to that of the AS modules.
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BTEC – National Diploma
The National Diploma is a vocational course that is the equivalent of two GCEs. It provides a
specialist work related programme of study that covers the key knowledge and practical skills
required in the business sector. It offers flexibility and a choice of emphasis through the
specialist units.
The qualification offers an engaging programme for those who are clear about the area of
employment that they wish to enter. These learners will extend their programme through the
study of a related qualification. The courses are practical and vocational and are closely linked
to the world of work.
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BTEC National Award
The National Award is similar to the above in terms of delivery. The difference being it requires
only half the hours of study time and is equivalent to one GCE. At DBS we offer the Travel and
Tourism National Award.
NOTE: The 2 Btec courses currently offered at DBS complement each other and are to be studied
together.