It is that time of year where Year 11 students are in the process of studying and completing their GCSE exams. While doing these exams, they are simultaneously searching for prospective sixth forms or colleges. If you are reading this article, it is likely that …
Top 10 Best Online A-Level Courses – Student Ranking for 2025
Sometimes, students get fed up of classroom based learning. I don’t blame you! It can become a drag after so many years of schooling. If this sounds like you, then maybe you could consider doing an online A-Level course. They allow so much flexibility, as …
BTEC Grading System Explained (and Simplified)
You may be studying a BTEC, considering whether or not to study one or you may even just be interested. Whichever of these categories you fall in to, it can be hard to really understand the grades that are given to students when they study any BTEC course. This is because it is quite different to …
Are Online A-Levels Accepted by Universities?
As the world of the internet becomes more and more prominent in our daily lives, many students in the UK are now opting to do their A-Levels online. With it comes many advantages and disadvantages, but one question many students may have is whether their desired …
What is a Pass Grade at GCSE and A-Level?
Taking exams is a struggle for all students, no matter what their ability. Whether at A-level or at GCSE, the process of studying for and taking exams is stressful. The main ambition is to obtain the highest grade possible in order to prepare you for the next stage of your career. However, it is sometimes the case that aiming for a solid pass is the best course …
The 10 Least Popular A-Level Subjects – Ranked for 2025
Choosing your A-Level subjects is a key time, signalling the start of a new part of your education. However, choosing the right subjects for you can be extremely difficult, particularly if you are interested in subjects, you have not tried before. In this article we …
How to Do an EPQ Outside of School – Your Questions Answered
To be put simply, an EPQ is known as an Extended Project Qualification. It is an independent research project which involves either writing a 5,000-word essay or creating a product with a 1,000-word essay alongside it. This can be taken by students in both England and Wales …
How Lenient are Universities with Grades?
A-Level results day can be a pivotal time for many prospective university students across the UK. University courses usually have very specific entry requirements — which mainly consist of specific A-Level qualifications and grades you must achieve — and they help narrow down the universities that …
A-Levels in a Single Year: Is It Possible?
After completing their GCSEs, going on to study for A-Level qualifications is the most popular post-16 option for students in the UK. Normally, students aged 16 to 18 study for 3 or 4 A-Levels in a school or college, over two academic years – Year …
What is the Difference Between AS and A-Level?
Deciding what to do after GCSEs can be pretty confusing. Even if you have decided to stay in school, it can be difficult to decide which exams to take. Many students are confronted with the option of taking exams called ‘AS Levels’ without having much …