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Years 7 to 9

As pupils move from the Prep School into the Senior School at age 11, they continue their broad general education in Years 7 to 9 and are exposed to increasing depth studies and focus within subject disciplines.

The academic curriculum in the Senior School aims to inspire lifelong learning and combines the best of both a traditional and innovative education. 

GCSE and A-level courses are the medium through which the education at Brighton College is delivered, but pupils are encouraged to delve far wider and deeper in their time at school.

Creative and expressive arts are given ample time in Years 7 to 9 to allow pupils to develop their appreciation of these subjects, which can in turn improve and develop creativity, thinking skills and independence when transferred into the traditional academic subjects.

Humanities are taught through Brighton’s innovative 'Story of Our Land' course in Years 7 and 8, which uses the framework of UAE history to explore historical, geographical and philosophical themes over the two years before splitting to focus on more core skills in preparation for GCSE. Arabic, Islamic and Social Studies form an integral part of the curriculum in the Senior School.

Years 10 and 11 (GCSE)

The Year 10 and 11 curriculum helps prepare pupils for the greater challenges of studying A-levels in the Sixth Form. Most pupils do nine GCSEs and most will study the core subjects of English literature and English language, Mathematics and the three Sciences. In addition, pupils choose four further optional subjects from a wide range of humanities, languages, creative, practical and expressive subjects.

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Years 12 and 13 (A-level)

In the Sixth Form (Years 12 and 13), most pupils will take three or four A-levels over the two years. The A-level ensures pupils develop a mastery of several complementary or contrasting subject areas, whilst allowing them also to pursue options in areas of strong personal interest. The A-levels' combination of rigour and specialism makes it an ideal preparation both for university and working life.

Sixth Form

In the Sixth Form, pupils will follow an A-level curriculum, generally beginning with four subjects and narrowing down to three during the Lower Sixth year. Pupils will have a free choice of subjects from those on offer with advice provided by the college leadership team regarding suitable subject combinations in preparation for university applications, which are submitted in the early part of the Upper Sixth year (Year 13).