Most students know that GCSE English is split into two separate qualifications. These qualifications are called GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature, presented as two separate grades. However, many students may not realise that there is another aspect to GCSE English within the GCSE …
13+ Exam Skills & Techniques From an A-Level Student
Nobody enjoys exams, but the fact remains that they are an important part of nearly every student’s experience. A-Levels are taken by thousands of students across the country each year, and as a current A-Level student, I know how stressful the whole exam season can …
Do universities prefer IGCSEs or GCSEs?
IGCSEs and GCSEs do sound very similar. However, do not let their similar names fool you! They are completely different qualifications and universities tend to accept both. Regardless, there tends to be much debate about which qualification universities actually prefer. This is an important question …
Navigating the 9-1 GCSE Grading System: A Comprehensive Guide
GCSEs can be difficult to understand. Whether it’s the content you don’t quite understand or the GCSE exams themselves, students can often anxious or overwhelmed by big exams like these. However, another thing that can be worrying for both students and their parents/ guardians is …
How to List GCSEs and A-Levels on a CV
Applying for jobs or even further levels of education can be scary, especially when you’re not entirely sure how to put your application together. While a CV can often be an important part, it can be difficult to know what’s actually meant to go on …
GCSE Results Appeal: Is it Worth Pursuing?
Getting your GCSE results is a nerve wrecking process, believe me, I’ve been there. However, if you don’t get the grades that you feel you deserved, it may even feel devastating. If you really think that something is wrong with the grades that you received …
Guide to GCSE Exam Boards: Popularity, Pass Rates, and More
Having taken GCSEs myself, I know just how hard it is to get your head around all of the different terms and concepts that you need to know about for your GCSEs. Exam boards are one of these key terms and as unimportant as they …
Exploring the Value of GCSE Further Maths: Is It Worth Taking?
Looking back in hindsight at my own GCSE options, there are some subjects that I really wish I hadn’t taken and other ones that I wish I had. However, without having experienced these studying these subjects at GCSE level, it can be difficult for you …
Comforting a Friend After Exam Failure: 15+ Helpful Things to Say
Unfortunately, exam pressure can sometimes just get too much. This means that some students don’t end up doing as well as they wanted to, possibly even failing an exam. If you do fail an exam, you shouldn’t beat yourself up. It also isn’t wise to …
Can You Retake a GCSE If You Have Already Passed?
Taking GCSEs is a very stressful period in a student’s life. There are so many different subjects they have to wrap their heads around and so many different exams that they have to prepare for. As a result of the pressure and stress of exam …