Introduction Further education colleges run a wide range of automotive and related courses at different levels using methods of study options including full time, part time, sandwich and distance and open learning. The wide range of course options can be divided into the academic and vocational. You study one subject per A level usually over 2 years. It is usually tested by examination. However, this does not necessarily mean taking one exam at the end of a two year course.
Many subjects are now modular.
The Scottish equivalent to the A Level is the Higher-grade examination. It is roughly equivalent to 3 A Levels but is more broadly based. The subjects include native language, foreign language, mathematics, experimental sciences, humanities and arts. GNVQ's are related to occupational areas rather than to a specific job. You can study for GNVQ's alongside GCSE's or A Level's.