Last updated: 14 November 2023
Next review: 14 November 2024
A Levels
Advanced level qualifications (known as A levels) are subject based qualifications. You can normally study three or more A levels over two years.
Duration: 2 years
Start date: September
Assessment: Mostly exams at the end of the course
Where will I study: School sixth form, sixth form college, further education college
Level of study: 3
Entry requirements: Set by each school and college, usually a minimum of 5 GCSEs grades 9 to 4. At least grade 6 in the specific subject(s) you want to study.
Work experience: Usually 1 week during year 12
Awards UCAS points? Yes
What does it leads to: University/college, higher level or degree apprenticeship, work
Find out more: When choosing your A Levels; what you need to consider visit: the Career Pilot website.
Use the Informed Choices website to help you understand which subjects open up which degrees, particularly at Russell Group universities.
How to apply: Go to individual school and college websites. Search for courses on the National Careers Service website.