084: What A-Levels should I take / choose?
What A-Levels should I choose?
Judging from the recent interactions I have has with many Year 11s (and indeed their parents and supporters), this is a topical question as late in the Autumn (and sometimes at the beginning of the Spring) term, these pupils are contemplating their post-16 plans.
There are so many things to consider and importantly, one of them is that A-Levels are not the only option so in this episode of the podcast, some of the following topics are addressed:
- What options exist after GCSEs (this includes A-Levels, BTECs, T-Levels, IB, Apprenticeships etc.)?
- How many A-Levels should I choose?
- What is an EPQ (Extended Project Qualification)?
- What specific subjects are required for certain careers / certain degrees? (including medicine, architecture etc.)
- When is a good time to start research entry requirements of university subjects?
- What sorts of questions
This and more is covered in this episode. For wider advice on choosing a sixth form or college, check out the "How to choose the best sixth form for you" episode here.
This episode does not go into the factors around grade requirements for subjects and what is included with each syllabus, but as is the case for this whole process - do communicate clearly with your subject teachers about whether they think you'd be a good candidate for their subject at A-Level AND engage with the institution you are applying to, so you are clear about their entry requirements.
(While requirements vary - in some institutions, you will need a 9, 8 or 7 at GCSE to move onto the subject at A-Level. Some may accept a 6. The educational establishment where you hope to do your A-Levels will have some clear information about this to share with you)
Any questions about this choosing A-Levels or any other post-16 option? Cheering you on!
Do feel free to engage with me:
- Follow Your Career And Future on Instagram and TikTok
- Via "Gina Visram" on LinkedIn
- Sign up for the mailing list (for students and graduates... a list for their supporters will follow)
- E-mail me on gina@yourcareerandfuture.com with any questions you have or suggestions for future podcast topics
Do feel free to engage with this topic (or indeed with me) at any of the below:
- The Dive Into Your Career podcast page of the Your Career And Future website where you can also leave me a message suggesting a careers-related topic for a future episode
- Follow Your Career And Future on Instagram and TikTok
- Via "Gina Visram" on LinkedIn (where they may be a post with a link to this episode where you can contribute some wisdom / reflections)
- Sign up for the mailing list (for students and graduates... a list for their supporters will follow)
- E-mail me on gina@yourcareerandfuture.com with any queries