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A LEVELS
WHAT IS AN A LEVEL
STUDY PROGRAMME?
An A Level study programme involves studying three
(or, in some cases, four) subjects over two years.
Many of these subjects are traditional A Levels,
assessed through examination at the end of the
second year. Only a few of these subjects have a
coursework-based component.
The A Level study programme option will
appeal strongly to students who:
However, some subjects have a more applied
basis (eg Criminology, Financial Studies, Law and
Engineering) meaning they have a higher level of
vocational-based content and different assessment
processes. As part of your A Level study programme,
you may include one of these applied subjects to
support your progression and career aim.
• Enjoy private study, researching topics, reading
around subjects and can work independently.
• Have enjoyed academic teaching and learning
in schools and are comfortable and successful with
examinations as the main form of assessment.
• Want to study traditional subjects such as
Geography, History, Mathematics and English to a
higher level.
• Are interested in a career where, at present, A Levels
are the preferred entry route e.g. Medicine,
Veterinary Science, Law.
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