Every time the new academic year dawns, most students around the UK return to school or start off at sixth form. On the other hand, a large number of young students decide that they’ve had enough of school and choose to opt out of education, …
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?
An element of the exam experience is receiving your grade in the aftermath of the test, but have you ever wondered what your grade really means? Each grade in the system can be sorted into three main categories: pass, merit and distinction. This article will go over what these terms mean and give …
The 10 Most Popular A-Level Subjects – Ranked for 2021
Are you wondering which A-levels you should choose? In this article I am going to provide you with an overview for each of the top 10 most popular A-levels so you have all the information you will need to choose the right A-levels for you. …
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)
Each year, thousands of students across the UK retake their A-Levels. A considerable amount of organising, studying and effort is required to ensure you can achieve the best grades possible to move you on to the next stage of your life- whether that be university, …
When Should You Apply For College in the UK?
Applying to Sixth Form College can feel like you’re going back to school for the first day again-it’s confusing and you don’t know how it’s going to go. That said, at the very least, you should know when the application deadlines are for Sixth Form College and …
When Do A-Level Results Come Out in 2021?
You may have unanswered questions about when A-Level results come out, and how you can receive your results. Has this been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, or will the timeline for results being handed out remain the same? This article is intended to give you …
How to Write a Personal Statement for Sixth Form College – Guide for 2021
Writing your personal statement can seem like a daunting task, and here at Think Student, we would like to provide you with some useful tips on how you can write a successful personal statement. We have compiled a list of 15 do’s and don’ts for …
Top 3 Hardest A-Level Maths Questions in 2021
We’ve looked at the hardest GCSE Maths questions, so it only makes sense to look at the next level up and assess the hardest A-Level Maths questions. In this article, we will list the five hardest A-Level Maths questions and talk about what makes them …