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How the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) strengthens a university application

Oliver Nicholson On 7th May 2025   /    

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

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Brief guide to choosing the right A level subjects

Oliver Nicholson On 21st April 2025   /    

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

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Should I retake A Levels?

Oliver Nicholson On 6th February 2025   /    

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

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Making a successful second application to Medical School

Oliver Nicholson On 5th February 2025   /    

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 –

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All about A level English Language – course information

gerald. On 30th March 2022   /    

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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