Learning for life WITH DOHA COLLEGE
6TH FORM
AN OUTSTANDING EDUCATION
As a leading British International School in Qatar, Doha College has over 40 years of experience delivering academic excellence and we pride ourselves on an inclusive approach to education. Our holistic approach keeps students engaged and interested, as a Doha College education reaches far beyond the curriculum.
Doha College has an outstanding 6th Form reputation, encouraging full and active participation in all areas of school life. Students have the opportunity to be part of a well-established and globally renowned British International School, where the emphasis is on every student reaching their full potential in preparation for the next stage of their adult life.
Our Sixth Form students are true ambassadors for the College and work to support pupils throughout the Primary and Secondary Schools. Our oldest students model leadership and commitment to the College and leave the College fully prepared to enter one of the World’s leading universities. Academic standards are high, and the A-Level results they obtain outperform almost all other British International Schools globally. Our Sixth Form students proudly carry the College’s ethos of excellence for all, excellence from all.
DAVID TONGUE, PRINCIPAL
An education at Doha College Secondary is holistic.
“The opportunity to empower young people, nurture a strong sense of global citizenship, and inspire academic curiosity lies at the heart of everything we do at Doha College. Our commitment to creating outstanding futures drives us to prepare students both academically and holistically so they are ready to thrive in the real world.”
THE CURRICULUM
At Doha College, we pride ourselves on ensuring every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential. Our 6th Form has a positively balanced ethos of hard work and commitment, balanced with enjoyment for the final years at school.
We have a dedicated and experienced team who help prepare students to be successful in their examinations as well as life after school. Our careers advisor supports students to make the best choice about their future destination and tutors provide the support and encouragement needed to get there. Our 6th Form curriculum is diverse and students can choose from a variety of subject options.
KEY STAGE 5 (YEARS 12 AND 13)
Years 12 and 13 students follow a curriculum leading to a General Certificate of Education (GCE) qualification at Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Level at the end of Year 12 and Advanced (A) Level and/or Applied A Level at the end of Year 13.
In Year 12, students are required to take four AS subjects. Most students continue with three subjects in Year 13 (A2 Level).
Subjects offered at AS and A Levels are:
• Arabic
• Art
• Biology
• Business Studies
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Design Technology
• Drama and Theatre Studies
• Economics
• English Language
• English Literature
• French
• Further Mathematics
• Geography
• History
• Mathematics
• Media
• Music
• Photography
• PE
• Physics
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Spanish
In addition to our clear focus on examinations and ensuring students progress from Doha College to their chosen next path, we also place importance on fully rounded students. With opportunities in leadership, supporting the community, exposure to universities and engagement with workplaces, a Doha College student leaves us at the end of Key Stage 5 fully prepared to take their next step.
ARABIC AND ISLAMIC STUDIES
Muslim students are required to study Islamic Studies and students of Arab nationalities are required to select Native Arabic as a mandatory subject option.
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ENRICHMENT
As well as delivering a first-class academic education, at Doha College we also believe in developing our 6th Form beyond the curriculum. As well as our extensive CCA programme, we also provide enhanced enrichment opportunities to fully prepare our students for life after school.
CCAS
We enrich our 6th Form students’ learning and reasoning beyond the curriculum with an extensive CCA programme. This covers academic sporting and service elements, including the medical review school conference and Doha College Model United Nations (DCMUN).
EPQ Project
Students can participate in an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) at the end of Year 12. This is a project selected by a student on a topic beyond the curriculum and is worth Uniform Mark Scheme (UMS) marks equivalent to half an A Level. It is completed in the first term of Year 13 to support and complement an application to university.
Mentoring
Through the mentoring scheme, 6th Formers have the opportunity to mentor students in our Primary and are paired to a class to assist the teacher on a weekly basis. They can also mentor lower school students in numerous subjects.
Committees
6th Form students at Doha College take a very active, vocal and influential role in school life, and managing committees is one facet. This allows for the development of positive attributes including shared responsibiltily, collaborative learning, peer support and leadership to name a few. Our committees range from the following:
• Charities Committee
• Communications Committee
• Environmental Committee
• Ivybridge Committee
• Social Committee
• Graduation Committee
• Digital Leaders Committee
• Well-being Committee
UNIVERSITY DESTINATIONS
Through a comprehensive PSHE programme, targeted workshops and one-to-one sessions, we support our students throughout the university application process. The support ranges from researching university and careers options to creating shortlists and writing personal statements, essays and CVs. The journey is assisted by our experienced 6th Form team, who provide advice and guidance, prepare references and transcripts and more.
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Part of Doha College’s mission is to develop our students to make a lasting contribution to the global community.
Student Leadership is critical in the establishment of key qualities expected of all our students. The posts of head girl and head boy, their deputies and senior prefects are extremely important. They are not only significant in terms of their responsibility, but these positions also carry an enormous amount of prestige. They are leaders, figureheads and role models for the rest of the school population and uphold the highest possible expectations for the College. Students can also become ambassadors and prefects of the House System.
OUR REPUTATION FOR EXCELLENCE
Year on year, Doha College examination results are a testament to the outstanding level of teaching and holistic learning approach that allows each and every child that is part of our community, take the path to their chosen future.
The challenges brought by the pandemic did not impact attainment. Staff seamlessly adapted the way they taught, gearing it towards online delivery in a way that engaged students and maintained high motivation levels. The results were in fact higher grades, placing Doha College firmly amongst the elite international schools.
Students typically take 10 (I)GCSEs, 4 (I)GCE AS Levels and 3 (I)GCE A Levels.
In 2024, Doha College achieved remarkable exam results:
• (I)GCSE: 95% 9 to 4(A*- C) grades
• A-Level: 94% A*- C grades
Doha College has a dedicated Careers and University Guidance team with an impressive 98% success rate in placing students at renowned global universities and colleges. Our students pursue a diverse range of academic interests throughout their higher education journey, and our careers team plays a pivotal role in helping them navigate the university application process. This includes conducting in-depth research on career and university choices, facilitating the development of shortlists, and providing valuable support in crafting personal statements, essays, and CVs.
• Abu Hamour 18-22 Mins
• Al Gharafa 11-12 Mins
• Al Rayyan 5-6 Mins
• Al Waab 15-20 Mins
• Corniche 17-18 Mins
• Lusail 20-23 Mins
• The Pearl 20-23 Mins
• West Bay 15-19 Mins
GCSE TO A LEVEL PATHWAYS
A LEVEL SUBJECTS
• University entrance only requires 3 A Level subjects.
• Maximum: 4 A Level subjects.
• Fewer than 3 A Level subjects can be taken but this may limit university options.
AS LEVEL RESULTS REQUIREMENTS:
• Must pass AS Level exams to continue to A Levels.
• If a student receives a U in any AS subject, they cannot continue in that subject.
GCSE RESULTS REQUIREMENTS:
• To enter Sixth Form: Must attain grades 5 or above on at least five subjects (including English and Maths).
• To choose AS Level subjects: Must attain grades 6 or higher.
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A positive pastoral record, including attendance, is also required to move into GCSEs and Sixth Form.
AS LEVEL SUBJECTS
Students will study:
• Maximum: 4 AS Level subjects
• Minimum: 3 AS Level subjects
GCSE SUBJECTS
Students will study:
• Core Subjects:
◦ Maths
◦ English Language
◦ At least 2 Science subjects
• Subject Choices:
◦ 4 additional GCSE subjects
• Total GCSE Subjects:
◦ Maximum: 10 GCSE subjects
(11 if studying BTEC Media)
◦ Minimum: 8 GCSE subjects
GCSE PATHWAY
CORE SUBJECTS
All students must take exams in:
• Maths
• English Language
• At least 2 Science subjects
SUBJECT CHOICES
Most students will also study:
• English Literature (as part of English lessons)
• Further Maths/Statistics (as part of Maths lessons)
Students choose an additional 4 subject resulting in:
• Maximum: 10 GCSEs (or 11 if studying BTEC Media, equivalent to 2 GCSEs)
• Minimum: 8 GCSEs*
• There is no flexibility for students to drop GCSE subjects. All students must continue with their full suite of GCSE options.
*For some students, an assessment from Learning Support is made as part of the year 9 options process to determine whether a modified curriculum is beneficial.
ENTRANCE TO SIXTH FORM (AS LEVEL)
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
• At least five subjects at grade 5 or above, including English and Maths.
• Students cannot progress to Sixth Form without these grades.
*A grade 5 in English Second Language is acceptable, however, this limits AS subject choice options for students. They cannot study English Language or Literature, and for essay-based subjects entry onto courses is at discretion of the Head of Department.
SUBJECT SELECTION
• For each AS subject, a Grade 6 or higher is required.
• Flexibility: Students may need to adjust subject choices if grade 6 is not met. (The process determining the correct course pathway is led by senior Secondary staff)
• Students take a maximum of 4 AS Level subjects, and a minimum of 3 AS subjects.*
*For some students, two AS subjects might be advisable, but this significantly limits further education pathways.
AS LEVEL RESULTS PROGRESSION TO YEAR 13 (A LEVEL)
• Students must pass their AS exams to continue to A Levels.
• If a student receives a U in any AS subject, they cannot continue in that subject.
• For borderline grades (close to E), consider a priority review of marking.
• If the review of marking results in a grade change to an E, the student can continue with that subject, otherwise they cannot.
A LEVEL SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS
• Students can continue in Year 13 with fewer than 3 A Level subjects, however, this will limit available university applications.
• The maximum number of subjects a student can study is 4. However, for university entrance only three are required. Many students drop one AS subject (if they were studying four) and continue with three into Year 13.