The standard between OCR A Levels and Cambridge International A Levels is the same, as Cambridge qualifications are aligned with OCR (our sister organisation and a leading UK exam board).
What is an A Level equivalent to?
A NVQ at Level 3 is the equivalent to doing A-levels and from there you can go on to study for a higher qualification, such as a foundation degree, HND, HNC or undergraduate degree.
What is Cambridge A Level called?
The Cambridge International General Certificate of Education: Advanced Level (formally also known as the University of Cambridge International General Certificate of Education: Advanced Level ; informally also known as International (GCE) A-Level(s), Cambridge (GCE) A-Level(s) or Cambridge International (GCE) AS and A
What are A levels called in UK?
The General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level, or A Level, is a main school leaving qualification in England, Wales, Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. It is available as an alternative qualification in other countries.
Does Cambridge have A levels?
Students usually study three A-Level subjects, which are related to the subject they wish to study at university. We offer a full range of A-Level subjects and the College is a recognised A-Level examination centre.
Can I go to uni without A Levels?
Yes, there are alternative routes to university if you don’t hold traditional A-levels, for example if you want to return to education after taking time away. Two of the most common paths are Access to Higher Education Diplomas (often referred to as ‘Access courses’) and foundation years.
What is higher than A Levels?
Highers and Advanced Highers are considered the equivalents of AS and A levels. Currently theere are over 60 subjects available and you usually study four or five Highers subjects. Each Higher is made up of units, and you need to pass all units and the course assessment to achieve the qualification.
How many A Levels are needed for Cambridge?
three A Levels
Number of A Levels
Our typical offers are based on students taking three A Levels together in Year 13, and most Cambridge applicants are studying three or four A Level subjects in Years 12 and 13. This is usually sufficient to show breadth of interests and ability to manage a range of differing academic tasks.
What is the highest level in Cambridge?
C2 Proficiency (CPE)
This is the highest level qualification and it shows the world that you have mastered English to an exceptional, near native, level.
How long is Cambridge A Level?
two years
Cambridge International A Level courses typically take two years to complete with exams taken at the end. Examinations are held in June and November each year with results issued in August and January respectively.
Can I study in UK without A-Levels?
Most degree programs in the UK will require that the student have passed either A-levels and attained certain grades, for example 4 B grades, or equivalent grades in a BTEC or GNVQ.
How many A-Levels do you need for university?
three A-Levels
You should take three A-Levels at a minimum, because that is the standard requirement for all universities, even the very best ones, although you can take up to five A-Levels if you choose.
How many years is A-Levels in UK?
two-year
A-Levels are usually studied over a two-year period and are the qualifications that UK universities use to assess a student’s eligibility for an undergraduate degree course.
Can you get into Cambridge without A Levels?
The University of Cambridge would not generally accept a Btec in place of the required A-levels – the university advises potential applicants taking a mix of qualifications to speak to a college admissions tutor as early as possible to find out more.
Do you need straight A’s to get into Cambridge?
Certain grades may be required at Higher Level. Cambridge usually requires A*A*A for most sciences courses and A*AA for arts courses or 40–42 in the IB, including core points, with 776 at Higher Level. AAA is usually required at Advanced Higher grade, for students in Scotland.
Do you need all A’s to get into Cambridge?
Although a general offer from Cambridge would require A*A*A-A*AA at A level, many courses have specific additional requirements that you need to meet. For example, students taking A levels in science subjects are expected to complete and pass the practical assessment (this also applies to Oxford).
What if I fail A Levels?
Resit an exam
However you can’t retake specific modules – you would have to re-take the whole exam for the year. You’ll need to wait a year to re-sit any exams as A-levels and AS-levels are only assessed by exam in the spring.
What is the hardest school in the world to get into?
Harvard University
1. Harvard University — 3.19% With a record-low admission rate of just 3.19% for the class of 2026, Harvard currently ranks as the most difficult school to get into. This rate reflects admission into Harvard College, the Ivy League university’s undergraduate school.
Can you go uni with just GCSE?
Regardless of the subject you want to study, the majority of university courses look for at least a grade 4 or 5 in English, maths and perhaps science. Some university courses go further and ask for specific subjects at GCSE, with certain grades, so check directly with universities if you’re in doubt.
Which A Levels are most respected?
A factor students consider when choosing an A-Level is often how “respected” that subject is in the academic world.
1. A-Level Maths
- A-Level Further Maths (very strong connection)
- A-Level Physics.
- A-Level Chemistry.
- A-Level Biology.
- A-Level Computer Science.
What are the 3 best A Levels?
The best A-levels for specific degree subjects
- Physics.
- Biology.
- Medicine.
- Mathematics.
- Psychology.
- Computer Science.
- Architecture.
- ‘Facilitating’ subjects.