Why choose between academic and vocational learning when you can combine both?
From September 2027, Fareham College will offer three new Career Pathways combining selected V Levels and A Levels, giving you career-focused learning with academic ambition. More Career Pathways will follow in 2028, including at Eastleigh College and Southampton College.
Join us to build a programme of vocational and academic study around your strengths, interests and ambitions, with the flexibility to develop the advanced-level skills and knowledge you need for your next steps.
Whether you’re aiming for university, a higher or degree apprenticeship, or further study through a HNC or HND, your Career Pathway can help you get there.
Applications for September 2027 open on 1 October 2026 for all Level 3 qualifications across South Hampshire College Group (SHCG), including T Levels and our V Level & A Level combination programmes.
Career Pathways bring academic study and practical, career-focused learning together, giving you the flexibility to choose a programme that reflects your interests, strengths and future ambitions. You’ll study three subjects over two years within your chosen pathway.
V Levels are equivalent in size to A Levels. Level 3 Career Pathways combine V Levels (vocational) and A Levels (academic), so you can choose from combinations such as:
V Level + V Level + A Level
or
V Level + A Level + A Level
We are excited to be launching Career Pathways for 2027 in:
Whether you’re planning to progress to further study, an apprenticeship or employment, Career Pathways give you the opportunity to build a programme that works for you and where you want to go next.
We’re focused on Creating Better Futures.
While studying V Levels and A Levels with us, you’ll have the opportunity to:
Real-world employer and industry insight
“Leaders, managers and staff work very effectively with employers and stakeholders to plan and teach the curriculum.”
Ofsted, 2025
Our strong links with employers help shape the curriculum and give you opportunities to understand how what you’re learning connects to the world of work.
You’ll gain insight into the skills, knowledge and expectations valued by employers, while building your confidence and developing the transferable and professional skills you’ll need for your future. You’ll also have access to the wider support, enrichment and opportunities available across South Hampshire College Group.
If you’re interested in business, finance and how organisations make decisions, this pathway combines technical knowledge with academic study.
You’ll develop skills in accounting, financial management and analysis while building the confidence and knowledge valued by universities and employers.
If you’re interested in technology, problem-solving and how digital innovation is shaping the future, the Digital Pathway could be for you.
You’ll develop digital, analytical and mathematical skills while gaining practical knowledge linked to the technology sector.
If you’re passionate about working with children, young people and communities, the Education Pathway could help you take your next step.
You’ll explore how people learn and develop while building the practical, communication and professional skills needed for a wide range of education and care-related careers.
