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What are the benefits of studying A Levels?
A-levels can help acquire skills such as:
- Analytical Thinking.
- Critical Thinking.
- Knowledge Management.
- Persuasion and Developing an Argument.
- Case Study Development.
- Research Skills.
- Drawing Conclusions.
Are A Levels actually important?
A-levels remain absolutely crucial, especially in terms of entry to university. However, it is not just about passing exams. Most employers would say that academic qualifications are not necessarily the best measure of potential, factors like character and personality are just as important.
What Can You Do With A Levels?
Post A-level Options:
- Get a job. Once you’ve completed your A-levels (or an equivalent qualification like a BTEC) you can leave school and find a job.
- Become a Young Entrepreneur.
- Higher Apprenticeships.
- Sponsored Degrees.
- Degree Apprenticeships.
- School Leaver Programmes.
- Further Education and College.
- University.
Should I study A Levels?
If you enjoy academic learning and want to study a broad range of subjects, they could be the perfect option for you. If you’re sure that you want to go to university then they are worth considering. Some universities require A-levels for certain courses and they won’t accept vocational qualifications.
Are A levels hard?
You hear it all the time – A-Levels are a lot harder than GCSEs. While this doesn’t sound that comforting coming from your teacher or parent just as you’re trying to choose your A-Level options, it’s true. A-Levels are a big jump from GCSE.
What is UK A-Level?
The Advanced Level, universally referred to as an A-Level, is a qualification offered by education institutions in the UK. A-Levels are usually studied over a two-year period and are the qualifications that UK universities use to assess a student’s eligibility for an undergraduate degree course.
Why should I study A levels?
Whether you need them to progress on to further education such as university, or you need them to progress in your career, A Levels can really help accelerate your plans. With Open Study College, you can study exactly the same course as someone in a traditional college, but with the flexibility and benefits of home learning.
What are a levels and how do they work?
A levels are subject-based qualifications that can lead to university, further study, training, or work. You can normally study three or more A levels over two years. They’re usually assessed by a series of examinations.
Can you study A-Levels at any school?
You can study A-levels at school, sixth form or college. You don’t need to stay at the school where you did your GCSEs. For more information have a look at our advice about options after GCSEs. Most people study A-levels full-time but you can also study them part-time at some colleges. What is the difference between an AS and A2?
Why study A levels through distance learning?
Studying your A Levels through distance learning at Open Study College is a more flexible way of achieving your goals without the commitment of attending college. Not everyone is the same and actually attending college or sixth form is not for everyone… Perhaps you are a full time carer for a family member or friend. Maybe you have a full time job.