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 …
How Many GCSEs Do You Need To Do A-Levels?
For many, the jump from GCSEs to A-Levels can be a daunting process. Understanding how your GCSEs may affect your A-Level study is important. In addition to how many GCSEs you will need for A-Level study, you may have other questions. What GCSEs will you need? What if …
Applying for Head Boy or Head Girl at School – The Comprehensive Guide
Up and down the country, boys and girls apply to be Head Boy and Head Girl. These roles are common in both secondary schools and sixth form colleges. Of course, there is often competition for these high positions at school, so what is the best …
What are the Equivalent Grades to Pass, Merit and Distinction?
It can be difficult to compare different qualifications in the UK, even when they’re at the same level. This is because many of them use different grading systems that can leave you feeling confused about how they match up. This can be especially true for …
The 10 Most 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 …
When Is It Too Late to Change A-Level Subjects?
Choosing your A-Levels can be tricky, and you may change your options what seems like a million times before you pick the right courses for you. Choosing just three of your favourite subjects to study at sixth form can be a struggle! However, if, when …
Can You Retake A-Levels? (Cost, Age and Process)
A-Levels are possibly the most popular option for students in the UK post-16, and the exams are taken by thousands of students every year. These are not easy qualifications, and a lot of hard work is involved to get the grades you want. Often, these …