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High School of PreA Level Course
- Rochester, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- High School
About the program
A bridge course combining intensive English with GCSE-level subjects before A levels.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights: no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop age-appropriate academic
- communication and problem-solving skills through Pre-A Level Course. Learning areas reflected in the supplied curriculum include often Maths and Physics and the arts.
Career outcomes
- Progression to A level study at RIC
Curriculum
- Intensive English language teaching combined with a small number of GCSE-level courses
- often Maths
- Physics and the arts
- taught in small classes to prepare international students for A level study.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Entry is assessed case by case: school reports
- public exam results
- passport
- a Headteacher or Head of Year reference
- RIC's English test for non-native speakers (plus Maths test for Lower School)
- possible subject tests or art portfolio for sixth form. All international students need a guardian
- Year 11
Accepted academic background
Age 14-15 at enrolment; successful performance in RIC entry tests (English, Maths); interview, school report, passport
Language tests
- Institutional test Not specified
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Recent School Reports
- Student Identification
- Parent or Guardian Information
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements. Prepare academic transcripts and supporting documents. Complete the school application form. Submit proof of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £34,500 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £360 GBP |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Rochester |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Sixth Form |
| Department | Pre-A Level |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | Rochester Independent College scholarship or tuition-support opportunities may vary by program, intake and applicant eligibility. Review current award conditions before applying. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
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Program starts
April 2027
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Program starts
September 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is £34,500 GBP per year. The application fee is £360 GBP. The estimated living cost is £27,200 GBP.
Accepted language tests: Institutional test Not specified. An interview is required.

