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Tough Questions

• Can I get a Sixth Form Scholarship?

  Sixth Form Scholarships are awarded twice a year to top students based on merit and regardless of their background or schooling. Recipients receive guaranteed acceptance to Sandhurst. If you think you've got what it takes then please apply.
  
  >> Click here for more information

   
• How do you turn students into soldiers?

  The Army Foundation College at Harrogate offers a 42-week school-leavers course for both technical and non-technical recruits. Click here for detailed information on what to expect and how to join.

   
• How fit do I need to be?

  Let's be clear, physical fitness is important in every Army role. But don't be put off - the progressive training you receive is designed to prepare you for the challenges ahead. That said you must also help yourself by exercising regularly well before you arrive. The fitter you are the easier you will find the training.
  
  >> Get started now with the Army's interactive training programme http://www.armyfit.mod.uk

   
• How old do I have to be?

  For soldiers, you have to be aged 15 years and 7 months to apply. You can then be enlisted in the September at age 16 after your GCSE exams.
  
  Most roles have a maximum age limit of 33 but some such as nursing and musicians are higher.
  
  Officers as a general rule should be aged over 17 years and 9 months and under 29 when they apply.

   
• Can I play sport in the army?

  Definitely. The Army encourages all its soldiers to get involved in sporting activity both for their fitness and to build team spirit. It's a fact that many national sporting stars have served in the British Army.