The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) is a great opportunity for sixth form students to develop a range of desirable university level (and highly transferable) skills, including critical thinking, independent research, academic writing and source analysis. This qualification is equivalent to half an A level and is scored
Read more →Know what you are committing to, studying a subject at A level can be demanding and quite different both in scope and perspective compared to its GCSE counterpart. Have a look at the syllabus to see what is covered and how it is approached rather than relying
Read more →Is it worth resitting A Levels? Retaking A Levels is often perceived as a last resort – something students do when they fail to secure the grades they wanted the first time around. However, this view overlooks the profound opportunities that retake programmes can provide. Far from
Read more →Persistence can pay off! Gaining admission to a UK medical school is exceptionally competitive. In 2022, only 16% of applicants secured a place, making acceptance the exception rather than the rule. Unsuccessful applicants – whether due to not receiving an offer or missing the required grades –
Read more →A Level English Language: Philip Carr, English Language tutor at MPW London, gives a personal insight into the subject. A Level English Language has become a popular subject that has grown significantly in terms of student uptake. It is quite an “academic” A level. I recall a
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