Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales

Course summary

The Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales (AdvSBW) qualification is an exciting new Level 3 qualification that supports students to become effective, responsible, and active citizens, equipping them with the skills for future study or to enter the job market. The qualification can be taken alongside other Level 3 qualifications, including A levels. Literacy The ability to express complex ideas both written and verbal, adapting language and terminology in a manner appropriate for audience. Numeracy The ability to collate, analyse and present complex numerical data/information from a range of sources, extracting appropriate meaning. Digital Literacy The ability to understand and use digital technology for complex purposes, in a manner appropriate for audience. Planning & Organising The ability to manage self-and/or others, resources and circumstances to achieve a specific complex goal. Critical Thinking & Problem Solving The ability to gather relevant information, identify key issues, linking and comparing information, and drawing conclusions to solve complex problems. Creativity & Innovation The ability to generate original complex ideas and practical translation of ideas to develop a new or improved product, service, process, system or social interaction. Personal Effectiveness The ability to adapt ones skills and qualities so that high quality results are achieved. Modify behaviours to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals. The Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate is awarded when students have passed the SCC and the supporting qualification. It is worth noting that the grade gained for the SCC is the one included in UCAS offers, not the Welsh Baccalaureate.