What are Cambridge nationals equivalent to?
GCSEs
Cambridge Nationals are vocational qualifications, equivalent in size to GCSEs, for 14–16 year olds. They provide an excellent foundation for progression to Cambridge Technicals and other Level 3 vocational qualifications as well as A Levels and apprenticeships.
What is Cambridge national ICT?
Cambridge Nationals in ICT reflects this and provides students with a solid understanding of the subject which they can use in their working lives. Three themes are covered: business information systems, creative and technical.
What is a Level 1 distinction?
Level 1 Distinction (L1D) Equivalent to a GCSE grade D. Level 2 Pass (L2P) Equivalent to a GCSE grade C.
Is OCR a Recognised qualification?
OCR Nationals are also recognised by UCAS at Level 3, so studying them can help you get into university. A Level 3 Certificate ‘Pass’ is worth one A-level grade E – or 40 UCAS points – ranging up to a Level 3 Extended Diploma, which is worth 3 A-level grade As, or 360 UCAS points.
What is the difference between OCR and NVQ?
The OCR learning and development awards are work-oriented and are suitable for those who have real work experience. The OCR Level 3 NVQ in Learning and Development is suitable for those who deliver and/or develop learning and development programmes and those who support learners.
What is a level 1 Merit?
Just above a GCSE grade G or equivalent to GCSE grade F. Level 1 Merit (L1M) Equivalent to a GCSE grade E.
Is distinction better than merit?
the merit level is 60% or above. The boundary zone for the merit level is between 58% and 59.9%. the distinction level is 70% or above.
How to promote Cambridge Nationals in Information Technologies?
Cambridge Nationals in Information Technologies poster Perfect for open days and options consultations, these eye-catching posters are a perfect way to promote the courses on offer to students and parents. PDF 4MB
Why do we need a scheme of work?
Our schemes of work support teaching and lesson planning. They follow the syllabus and aim to improve both your teaching and your learners’ potential. You can choose what approach to take according to the needs of your school and the ability of your learners.
When do the new schemes of work come out?
Look out for the new schemes of work to support the latest revised syllabuses for first assessment in 2020 from April 2018.