SIXTH FORM BOOKLET
WORLD-CLASS EDUCATION
OUR SCHOOL OUR PURPOSE OUR VALUES
WELCOME TO BSAK
Why BSAK?
Our History
A Global Community
Student Life
Exam Results
Alumni Universities
Careers Guidance Counsellors
Clubs and Societies
Student Leadership
Extended Project Qualification
VESPA and MELs
Student Support
Music
Sports
Performing Arts
BSAK Oaks
Admissions
Summary of Pathways
Summary of Subject Entry Criteria for A Level
Summary of Subject Criteria for BTEC and Creative Arts
Overall Best School in the UAE Which School Advisor 2023
Among the Top 100 leading private schools in the world - Spear’s School Index
Top 15 Best Private Middle East Schools
The Schools Index By Carfax Education
70% A*-B A Level Results
100% Distinction/Distinction* BTECs
52% attending Russell Group Universities
Rated Outstanding British Schools Overseas (BSO) inspection
Rated Outstanding Local Government Agency inspection (ADEK) Carnegie Gold Award for Mental Health
Member of IAPS, HMC and BSME Not For Profit
We inspire and challenge our students, of all academic abilities, to become well-rounded individuals ready to progress to the next stage of their education and life beyond BSAK and Abu Dhabi Through dedicated support for each individual student, we invest in building future leaders.
BSAK was founded in 1968 and generously supported by the late President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, through the donation of land and Amiri Decree No. 5 of 1971.
BSAK was
in 1968 founded
“Bringing together diverse minds and different cultural perspectives, you will make friends from around the globe that will last you a lifetime”
“The House system is an integral part of life at BSAK and brings out the very best in our community”
STUDENT LIFE
The School Day
EXAM RESULTS
Our Sixth Form students are highly successful at achieving outstanding academic results, and gaining places at the most academically selective universities and competitive courses around the world.
Results 2025
ALUMNI UNIVERSITIES
As soon as you join BSAK Sixth Form you will be immersed into the wonderful world of careers, university and future skills Prepare to be amazed by how much of your time is spent thinking about, discussing and preparing for your future life at university and beyond.
SUPPORTING YOUR DREAMS
Our expert Careers Guidance Counsellors are here to support and inspire you. As specialists in their field, they are committed to ensuring that you have the very best application, that it is ready to submit on time, to the best and most competitive universities and courses in the UK and around the World
Our clubs are designed to provide you with a plethora of opportunities to enrich and develop your interpersonal skills and knowledge beyond the core curriculum.
CLUBS & SOCIETIES
The enrichment clubs are created, developed and led by the Sixth Form students and are run for students, with teachers on hand to provide guidance as required.
Model United Nations (MUN) Engineering Law Society
Computer Programming Medical Society (MedSoc)
BSAK Tribune
Politics Society
Science Olympiad Maths Olympiad
Top Uni
BSAK Bulls STEP Chess
Eco Committee
Art
Charity Committee
British Physics Olympiad F1 in Schools
Object Oriented Programming
SAT Club
Duke of Edinburgh Award
NEXT GENERATION LEADERS
Eco Committee
A dynamic part of the Sixth Form Community, if you are passionate about changing the world, then our Eco- Committee needs you. This is a proactive and popular group with clear and ambitious goals starting right here at BSAK Reducing the digital footprint, by automating double side printing and limiting students print count, are just a few of the ways they have already made a difference If you come to our Student Cafe you will need to bring your own cup as disposable cups are no longer available You can make a difference too
Charity Committee
Do you care about other people and want to make a difference to their lives?
LEARN HOW TO THINK
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
There are a myriad of reasons to take an EPQ but simply - Universities love them!
DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS
Our research has focused on developing students' study skills around five key areas: VESPA
Small Tutor Groups foster a warm nurturing environment allowing you to form strong bonds and relationships with your fellow tutees as well as your Tutor. The Sixth Form is a place for you to belong, be yourself and realise your potential. As you move into the realms of adulthood, you will notice a marked change as teachers recognise your maturity into young adults and respond accordingly
Support when you need it
CUTTING-EDGE FACILITIES
Our Music Department is not only the heartbeat of BSAK with music prevailing the building on a daily basis, but a thriving hive of activity, friendship and community
BEACON OF MUSICAL EXCELLENCE
Play with the Best
“The Best Musical School in the UAE” is a bold but accurate statement. The opportunities are limitless at BSAK with unrivalled musical opportunities
THIS IS BSAK
Unique opportunities
There are numerous ways for you to take part in sport either at a highly competitive level, local school level or recreationally.
YOUR CHANCE TO SHINE
Whether choosing Drama as an A Level or aspiring to take a role in our annual theatre production, you will have the fortuity to be immersed in a wonderful professional theatrical experience. Take the opportunity to explore technical theatre, costume design, and front-of-house roles, enriching your understanding of all facets of production whilst cultivating physical and vocal confidence.
We know that the very best memories are made taking part in school productions.
Leaving your
legacy
Old Al Khubairat Society (www.bsakoaks.org)
Our thriving alumni and community networking platform boasts a diverse array of professionals scattered around the world. Our continued connection with former BSAK Students allows you to access relevant and up to date expertise and insights and developments in their respective fields.
HOW TO APPLY
THE RIGHT PATHWAY FOR YOU
Choosing which subjects to study in Sixth Form can be tough. We are here to help. Things for you to consider:
A Level or BTEC? What’s your aspiration?
A Level Courses
Biology / Business Studies / Chemistry / Computer Science / Drama/ Economics / English Language / English Literature / Fashion and Textiles / Fine
Art / French / Further Mathematics / Geography / Graphic Communication / History / Media Studies / Mathematics / Music / Photography / Physics / Politics / Product Design / Psychology / Spanish
BTEC COURSES Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Business / Engineering / Esport / Hospitality / Sport
Level 3 Diploma in Sport
“We learn to confidently set ambitious goals, seeking inspiration from all the learning opportunities presented to us, in our fascinating and multicultural world.”
CHOOSE YOUR
PATHWAY
What can I study?
We have the widest range of subjects and creative pathways available in Abu Dhabi. Let us tailor the right pathway for you to ensure your success.
Art and Design Textiles, Fine Art, Graphic Communication, Media Studies, Photography, Product Design.
Business, Engineering, Esports, Hospitality, RSL CAPA, Sport
SUMMARY OF SUBJECT
ENTRY CRITERIA FOR A LEVEL
The minimum entry criteria for individual subjects is detailed below, please see subject specific pages for full requirements:
SUMMARY OF SUBJECT ENTRY CRITERIA FOR A LEVEL
The entry criteria for individual subjects is detailed below:
SUMMARY OF
SUBJECT ENTRY CRITERIA FOR BTEC AND VOCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
The entry criteria for individual subjects is detailed below:
SUMMARY OF SUBJECT ENTRY CRITERIA
FOR CREATIVE ARTS
The entry criteria for individual subjects is detailed below:
PATHWAY
The entry requirements for the Creative Arts pathway is two A Levels from the Creative Arts subject list: Art and Design Textiles, Fine Art, Graphic Communication, Media Studies, Photography, Product Design and RSL Creative and Performing Arts, plus one of the A Levels listed below, subject to meeting the entry requirement for that subject
FIND YOUR SUBJECTS...
ARABIC A & B / ART AND DESIGN TEXTILES / BIOLOGY / BUSINESS / BUSINESS BTEC / CHEMISTRY / COMPUTER SCIENCE / ECONOMICS / ENGINEERING BTEC / ENGLISH LANGUAGE / ENGLISH LITERATURE / ESPORTS BTEC / EXTENDED
PROJECT QUALIFICATION (EPQ) / FINE ART / FRENCH / FURTHER MATHEMATICS / GEOGRAPHY / GRAPHIC COMMUNICATION / HISTORY / HOSPITALITY BTEC / ISLAMIC
STUDIES A & B / MATHEMATICS / MEDIA
STUDIES / MUSIC / PHYSICS / POLITICS / PSYCHOLOGY / PHOTOGRAPHY / PRODUCT
DESIGN / RSL CAPA / SPANISH / SPORT BTEC