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The Defence Sixth Form College

Are you in Year 11? Are you planning a career as an RAF Engineer or Logistician? Are you looking to enjoy an exciting – and exceptional – education on your way to becoming an RAF Officer?

If you said ‘Yes’ to all the above, then the Defence Sixth Form College, Welbeck near Loughborough could be just the place for you.

Q. Why is Welbeck the best place to start a career in RAF Engineering and Logistics?

Welbeck offers a fully rounded education in a unique environment, so there’s more than one answer to this question:

  • Welbeck is the most successful residential sixth form college in the UK – students consistently achieve high A-level grades
  • The varied curriculum helps students develop skills beyond the classroom, from rock climbing to photography to navigation
  • Full tuition is paid for by the Ministry of Defence (MOD), so all students have the same opportunities – whatever their background

In short, Welbeck gives students everything they need to take on an exciting and demanding role as an Engineer and Logistics Officer in the RAF.

Q. How does the academic curriculum work at Welbeck?

In lower sixth, students work towards their European Computer Driving Licence (an international qualification in computer skills), complete a Communication Skills course and take four AS-levels. Maths and Physics are compulsory, but students also get a choice from Welbeck’s other core subjects. Which inspire you?

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  • Physics
  • Maths
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Electronics
  • Design & Technology
  • ICT
  • Geography
  • History
  • Music
  • Business
  • Politics

In upper sixth, Welbeck students continue all four subjects to A-level, or drop one and pick up another subject to AS-level – so you’ll get the chance to cover a broad range of interesting subjects.

Q. What else can you do at the Defence Sixth Form College, Welbeck? Welbeck building

Outside the classroom, you’ll enjoy a learning experience of a different kind. Here’s a taste of some of the activities you’ll do – and the qualities you’ll strengthen:

  • Self-reliance and leadership. Expeditions like 48-hour mountain adventures in Snowdownia help students develop important qualities for life in the RAF
  • Self-discipline and courage. Learn this as part of the Combined Cadet Force (CCF) based at Welbeck
  • Sports. From football, rugby and cricket to the more adventurous shooting, judo and windsurfing
  • Activities. Join a band, master photography and learn to develop websites
  • Travel. Go on expeditions to places like Kyrgyzstan, Kenya, and Canada

Q. What does it take to get into the Defence Sixth Form College, Welbeck?

To get into the college you need to be a UK, Commonwealth or Irish citizen, residing in the UK for the last 5 years, be studying in Year 11 and you’ll have to show a high level of fitness and intelligence. You’ll also need:

  • Grade A or better at Maths GCSE
  • Grade B or better in Double Award Science or Physics GCSE
  • Grade C or better in English Language GCSE
  • 40 points (38 in Scotland) in your best 7 subjects

There are only 35 places each year. Have you got what it takes to get in?

Q. How much does it cost to go to the Defence Sixth Form College, Welbeck?

An education at the college is second to none. But it’s available to everyone because all your tuition fees are paid for by the MOD.

Your parents or guardian would need to contribute to board, lodging and clothing – but they can rest assured that this is based on income, so it’s as fair as possible to students from different backgrounds.

An exciting and exceptional education that’s second to none

And remember, the closing date for Welbeck applications is April 1st each year www.welbeck.mod.uk/ Get in quick.

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