Can you do GCSE at college?

GCSEs are the main qualification taken by 14 to 16-year-olds, but are available to anyone of any age. You can take GCSEs in a wide range of academic and 'applied' or work-related subjects at school or your local Further Education (FE) college.
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Can u retake GCSE at college?

Can you resit GCSEs at the College? Yes you can resit gcse exams.
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Do you need GCSE for college?

You can actually get to college with no GCSEs, which might surprise you to know. However, it will come at a cost. You will have to invest a fair amount of time, and money, but it will be worth it if you have your heart set on college and pursuing higher education.
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Can I do my GCSEs at 18?

Anyone can resit GCSEs – no matter your age or your life experience. It doesn't matter if you have just left school or if you are closing in on retirement, you can look to start learning and increase your capabilities.
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How many GCSE passes do you need to get into college?

Most colleges like you to take a minimum of five GCSEs, including English Language and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above, while sixth forms have slightly higher entry requirements, looking for at least six GCSE examination results achieving at least a grade 4 (C).
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Your Options After GCSE's: College, Sixth Form or Apprenticeship?



Is 12 GCSEs too much?

Firstly, if you're here for the short answer here it is: The majority of students will take 9/10 GCSEs, and this amount is perfectly credible to colleges, universities and employers. However, a very small amount of students will take 11 GCSEs and an even fewer amount of students will take 12+ GCSEs.
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Do GCSEs really matter?

Your GCSE performance is usually a good indicator of how well you'll do in A-level or other advanced studies – in fact, it's the only real hard-and-fast evidence of your academic abilities a college has to go on.
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How much do GCSEs cost?

As a GCSE student studying in-person through a sixth-form or college, you can expect to pay tuition fees of £8000 or more for your GCSE course. Alternatively, online GCSE qualifications are often more affordable and range from between £285 to £429 per course.
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Can you take GCSEs at any age?

GCSEs are the main qualification taken by 14 to 16-year-olds, but are available to anyone of any age. You can take GCSEs in a wide range of academic and 'applied' or work-related subjects at school or your local Further Education (FE) college.
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Is GCSE free?

Generally, no. While taking GCSEs for the first time is free for children in high school, adult GCSE courses are not free, and adults are required to pay for their GCSE education.
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What are the hardest GCSEs?

What are the top 10 hardest GCSEs?
  • Physics.
  • English Literature.
  • Maths.
  • Computer Science.
  • Economics.
  • Biology.
  • English Language.
  • Modern Foreign Languages.
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Can you get a job with no GCSE?

In a nutshell, yes you can! There are a number of apprenticeship schemes out there that you can apply for even if you don't have any qualifications. So if you're wondered and thinking, “I failed my GCSEs”, don't worry – a fantastic career could still be available to you.
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What is the easiest GCSE?

The British Exams lists the top 10 easiest GCSEs as reported by students:
  • Geography.
  • Film Studies.
  • Religious Studies.
  • Media Studies.
  • Hospitality and Catering.
  • Business Studies.
  • Drama.
  • Physical Education.
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How do I take my GCSEs outside of school?

Is there any way i can take the GCSE outside of school? Yes, there are private exam centres that allow you to take exams externally. They won't provide tuition though. Alternatively, your school might be able to act as the exam centre if they have the facilities to - ask your exams officer if that's a possibility.
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How much does it cost to retake GCSEs?

To resit your GCSEs, you'll have to pay two types of fees: course fees and exam fees. Your course fees will cover your tuition and/or course materials and will vary depending on where and how you choose to study. If you choose a college you can be expected to pay upwards of £1,000 per subject for your tuition.
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What happens if you don't sit your GCSEs?

Most schools and colleges allow GCSE students to resit failed examinations. You can resit English and Maths exams in November and examinations in other subjects are then taken in the following June. You will need to double check the examination schedule with your school.
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Can you do GCSEs at 17?

No GCSE's or qualifications at 17.
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Can I sit GCSE privately?

Can you take GCSEs privately? Yes, absolutely. You can choose to sit your exams privately even after being taught in a traditional secondary school.
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Can I take my GCSEs online for free?

*If you do not have a minimum grade of 4 (C) in English Language at GCSE, then you can study this course for free, if you have already obtained a grade 4 (C) or higher the fees are £811 for UK based students. This course is only open to students 19 years of age and older.
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Can I do my GCSEs online?

The simple answer is yes! Here at Oxbridge, we offer you the chance to study fully recognised GCSEs and A-levels online in a way that suits you. This lets you fit your studies around your busy schedule in a way that simply wouldn't be possible while at school or college.
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Can adults take GCSE exams?

Are there age limits? Anyone can resit GCSEs – no matter your age or your life experience. It doesn't matter if you have just left school or if you are closing in on retirement, you can look to start learning and increase your capabilities.
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How long are GCSEs valid for?

The short answer is that GCSE qualifications do not expire – neither do any other qualifications such as A-Levels and degrees. There is also no expiration date on your GCSE certificates meaning that the proof of qualification lasts forever too.
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Is a grade 7 GOOD?

A grade 7 is fantastic. That's like an A. If your getting a grade 7 right now then you'll be fine in your exams in May/June. Just keep revising and doing practice papers/ questions on topics you are struggling in.
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Is a grade 6 GOOD?

Grade 6 indicates a good level of achievement and will help support progression into higher education and future employment.
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Is 5 a good grade GCSE?

Equivalent GCSE grades

The Government has said that grade 4 is a 'standard pass'. Grade 5 is a 'strong pass' and equivalent to a high C and low B on the old grading system. Grade 4 remains the level that students must achieve without needing to resit English and Maths post-16.
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