What is the most popular A level in the UK?

Coming in at number one, A-Level Mathematics was the most popular A-Level taken in 2020. With 89,730 entries last year, up from 86,185 the year before, there is no doubt that this subject has a strong lead over the others.
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What are the best A-Levels to pick?

The best A-levels for specific degree subjects
  • Classics. A-levels in Latin and Classical Greek are highly desirable if you want to study classics. ...
  • Politics. ...
  • Music. ...
  • Philosophy. ...
  • Geography. ...
  • Engineering. ...
  • Economics. ...
  • Chemistry.
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What is the most popular A-Levels?

These are the 10 most popular A-levels
  • Chemistry.
  • History. ...
  • Psychology. ...
  • English literature. ...
  • Physics. What could you study next? ...
  • General studies. Note, many universities do not accept general studies at A-level as part of their entry requirements. ...
  • Geography. What could you study next? ...
  • Business studies. What could you study next? ...
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Which a-level is the easiest?

What are the 12 easiest A-Level subjects?
  • Classical Civilisation. Classical Civilisation is a particularly easy A-Level, especially as you don't need to learn languages such as Greek or Latin. ...
  • Environmental Science. ...
  • Food Studies. ...
  • Drama. ...
  • Geography. ...
  • Textiles. ...
  • Film Studies. ...
  • Sociology.
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What are the hardest A-Levels UK?

The 12 hardest A-Level subjects are Mathematics, Further Mathematics, History, Chemistry, Biology and Physics. The list also includes English Literature, Art, Psychology, Computer Programming and Music.
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The 10 Hardest A-Level Subjects In 2021 (Ranked) - Think Student



How hard is it to get A * at A-level?

'Challenging questions'

The regulator estimates that about 7% of all A-level entries last year would have gained an A*.
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WHAT A-Levels do you need for Harvard?

What you need to get into Harvard is a very intricate question which can only be replied with an ambigious answer. GCSE and A-Levels are not required, and, when supplied, are used for the purpose of gauging and Advanced Placement. A perfect SAT score does not guarantee one an admission into Harvard.
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Is it worth doing 4 A-Levels?

If you want to take your education to the highest level, then taking 4 A-Levels is definitely for you. Revered universities will take in only the best students, and a great way to show you are the best is by doing 4 A-Levels. Apart from further education and jobs, there isn't really much taking 4 A-Levels can gain you.
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How many A levels do you need for Oxford?

Two A-Levels with grades at AA, which must include any subjects required by the course you are applying to.
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Can I take 5 A levels?

How many A-Levels can you take? You can take a maximum of five A-Levels, although most students choose three. Most universities are happy to offer you a place based on three subjects. This number often excludes general studies, so check the course entry requirements if you're thinking of taking general studies.
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Are A levels harder than uni?

Although a degree is a higher level of study, for most students studying at university is not harder than studying for A Levels.
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Do GCSE grades matter for Oxford?

GCSEs. GCSEs will be taken in to account when we consider your application but they are just one aspect that we look at. GCSE results will be considered alongside your personal statement, academic reference, predicted grades and performance in any written work or written test required for your course.
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Do I need straight A's to get into Harvard?

With a GPA of 4.18, Harvard requires you to be at the top of your class. You'll need nearly straight A's in all your classes to compete with other applicants. Furthermore, you should be taking hard classes - AP or IB courses - to show that college-level academics is a breeze.
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Can a UK student go to Harvard?

We welcome applications from all over the world. Our admissions and financial aid processes are the same for all applicants - regardless of nationality or citizenship.
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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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Is 2 Months enough to revise for A levels?

Overall, students should aim to revise for a lot longer than two months just to ensure that they're putting themselves in the best position possible for the exam. It is possible to revise A levels in two months, although this could be a risk and could depend on the capability of individuals.
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Is AAA good at A-Level?

AAA should be easy with your a levels.

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Can I go to Harvard for free?

If your family's income is less than $75,000, you'll pay nothing. Families who earn more than $150,000 may still qualify for financial aid. For more than ninety percent of American families, Harvard costs less than a public university.
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Which high school sends the most students to Harvard?

Charlotte Latin School placed more students at three elite colleges — Harvard University, Princeton University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology — during a four-year span than any other high school in the area, according to a new ranking by PolarisList.
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Is Harvard expensive?

According to Harvard's website, tuition costs for the 2019-2020 school year total $47,730, fees are $4,195, and room and board costs $17,682 for a subtotal of billed costs of $69,607.
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How many 9s do you need for Oxford?

Get good grades

GCSEs are seen as evidence of work ethic – and you need a really strong one of those to cope with studying at Oxford or Cambridge. Our 'guesstimate' is that the average successful applicant has around eight 8/9 grade GCSEs under their belt.
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What subjects is Cambridge famous for?

  • Ranked among the world's best for 44 subjects; in the top 10 for all but three of these.
  • Ranked first in the world for arts and humanities.
  • Sixth in the world for engineering and technology.
  • Second for life sciences and medicine.
  • Fifth for natural sciences.
  • Joint third for social sciences and management.
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Are t levels better than A levels?

Awarded UCAS points

Your T Level will be worth UCAS points – a T Level Distinction* is worth the same as 3 A levels at A* – and will be recognised by universities and other education providers so you can choose to continue studying if you wish.
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Are A levels more stressful than GCSEs?

A-Level workload depends on the subject, for me it went like this: Geography - Human geography is the same workload as GCSE, physical significantly more. History is a step up and English arguably less stressful than GCSE.
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How hard is A-Level compared to GCSE?

A-Level exams are usually longer than GCSE exams, as there is more content you have to be assessed on. However, as you only study 3 A-Levels instead of around 9 GCSEs, you will have much fewer exams during the exam season at the end of Year 13. They also tend to be harder than GCSE exams, funnily enough.
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