Prior Attainment Level
Use the following table to help you pick the correct qualification level...
Level 8
Specialist qualifications such as PhDs
Level 7
Masters degrees, postgraduate certificates, postgraduate diplomas
Level 6
Bachelor’s degrees (e.g. BA or BSc)
Level 5
Foundation degrees, HNDs, Level 5 diplomas
Level 4
HNCs, Level 4 diplomas
Courses at Level 4 and above are generally considered to be Higher Education courses
Level 3
A Levels, Level 3 NVQs, Level 3 certificates
Level 2
GCSE grade A* - C, Level 2 NVQs, Level 2 diplomas
Level 1
GCSE grade D - G, Level 1 certificates
Entry
Entry level courses to develop skills and increase confidence
