A Level At KCAS
A-Levels (Advanced Level qualifications) are a UK subject-based qualification for students aged 16 and above. They are usually studied over two years, leading to qualifications recognised for entrance to higher education institutes in the UK and many others worldwide. Most higher education institutes require a minimum of 3 subjects.
Although they are a UK qualification, schools across the world offer A Levels. In addition, most universities and Higher Education institutes recognise A Levels as a suitable entry qualification.
You may also have heard of AS Levels, however following reforms implemented between 2016 and 2018, AS Levels are now a separate qualification. Although they still equate to the first year of study on the full 2-year A Level course, most universities do not consider AS levels alone adequate for entrance.
There are no compulsory subjects with A Levels. Instead, students are free to choose the topics that interest them the most or feel will benefit them for their future studies or careers. At KCAS Students typically study three to four subjects. Subjects include Mathematics, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Psychology, Economics, Art & Design, Information Technology and Law. It’s always best to check in advance which subjects the institution you are considering offers as this does vary from school to school.
Written examinations, taken at the end of the 2-year course of study in case of A Level and after 1 year in case of AS Level, are the main assessment form. Following the reforms mentioned above, there is now a lot less project work. However, some coursework does still contribute to the final grade depending on the subject.
The grading scale runs from A* – E. Students not meeting the minimum standard will receive a grade of U. They need 40% to achieve an E, 50% for a D, 60% for a C and so on. Any student averaging 80% across all modules will gain an A*.
If a student fails, they must re-sit the whole exam – students cannot re-sit specific modules. However, it’s worth bearing in mind that students can retake their A Levels as many times as necessary.
A Level Subjects Offered At KCAS
- Biology
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Mathematics
- Information Technology
- Business
- Accounting
- Economics
- Sociology
- Psychology
- Travel & Tourism
- Law
- Urdu
- Art & Design
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